Godzilla is Going Postal: 7-Foot Alligator Sneaks Into Florida Post Office

Medicine & Technology Jun 11, 2021

A seven-foot alligator was spotted by a customer inside a post office in Florida. It was immediately removed the alligator from the lobby in accordance with Florida law.

Fireball Seen Exploding in Sky Over Baseball Game in Florida

Jun 11, 2021

American Meteor Society recorded more than 70 reports of the fireball sightings in Florida alone.

Could Tropical Clawed Frogs Spread Diseases on Native Amphibians in South Florida?

Apr 14, 2021

Scientists confirmed the presence of Tropical clawed frogs, an invasive species, in southern Florida. They are associated with rainforests in sub-Saharan African and are now in the US.

Meteor Lights up Florida Skies at 19,000 Mph!

Apr 13, 2021

The bright flash of light seen by many in South Florida was likely a slow-moving fireball. Experts say it's an unusually large meteor.

Amorous Alligators in Florida Now More Active and Visible As Mating Season Begins

Apr 12, 2021

Authorities warn the public to be alert as amorous alligators are starting to be more active and visible as their mating season begins.

New Invasive Mosquito Species Carries Yellow Fever: Factors Affecting Spread in Florida

Mar 17, 2021

Researchers in Florida have detected a new invasive mosquito species. The discovery was identified as Aedes scapularis, and it carries yellow fever.

Florida Boy Dies After Contracting Brain-Eating Amoeba From Lake

Sep 10, 2020

A brain-eating amoeba killed the 13-year-old boy days after swimming at a campground in Florida.

Wildlife Conservationists Captured Largest Ever Suwannee Alligator Snapping Turtle in Florida

Aug 29, 2020

Conservationists in Florida have captured three Suwannee alligator snapping turtles with one of them weighing 100 pounds which is considered to be the largest ever of its kind in the record.

ADHD-Like Behavior Linked to Increased Entrepreneurial Activity

Aug 13, 2020

A new study suggests that some behaviors linked to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) might also be linked to increased entrepreneurial behavior.

Florida Might Be The Next State To Harness Wind Energy

Jul 31, 2020

Despite its location in the Southeast, a new study shows how Florida, with help from new technology, could harness wind energy.

Monitoring Algal Blooms in Florida Waters Led to the Discovery of Multiple Toxins

Jul 21, 2020

For years, algal blooms on the west coast, lakes, and rivers of Florida have been increasing. Water samples have revealed multiple toxins which can result in respiratory and neurological symptoms, and even trigger Alzheimer's

New York City Preparing for Second Coronavirus Wave, Warns Other States to be Ready as Well

Jul 12, 2020

New York City, once the world's epicenter for the coronavirus, is currently preparing for the anticipated second wave of infections. Moreover, they are taking what they've learned and are sharing it with other states going through the same thing, namely Florida, California, and Texas.

New York Lends a Helping Hand to Florida As Gov. Cuomo Sends Remdesivir to Coronavirus-Stricken State

Jul 11, 2020

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is sending Florida a shipment of remdesivir to help its COVID-19 patients recover while the state waits on supplies from the federal government. The state has experienced a recent surge in cases, but its Governor, Ron DeSantis, denies help from other states.

Hillsborough County Sees Cases of Infections From a Deadly Brain-Eating Amoeba, Florida Health Department Cautions Residents

Jul 03, 2020

The Florida Department of Health confirmed one case of a person infected with an amoeba called Naegleria fowleri. Infection of the amoeba is said to be potentially fatal as it enters the body through the nasal passages and eats away the brain.

Climate Change Is Allowing Tropical Mosquitos to Survive in Northern States

Jun 27, 2020

Brazil is hit badly by both coronavirus and dengue cases. However, the tropical mosquito is slowly making its way north to the United States.