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Central Florida Students Kick Off 2026-27 School Year Across Counties
education15 days ago

Central Florida Students Kick Off 2026-27 School Year Across Counties

Hundreds of thousands of Central Florida students return to class as districts across Seminole, Brevard, Osceola, and Volusia begin the new school year. Seminole County welcomes more than 55,000 students and debuts community-school partnerships at Midway Elementary while Crooms Academy marks its 100th anniversary. In Brevard, 25 bus drivers perform pre-inspection checks, and families in Volusia and Osceola celebrate the first day of a 180-day school year and positive starts to the term.

via WESH|
#back-to-school#brevard-county#central-florida
Two New Leprosy Cases in Brevard as Florida Near National High for Hansen’s Disease
health19 days ago

Two New Leprosy Cases in Brevard as Florida Near National High for Hansen’s Disease

Two additional Hansen’s disease cases were confirmed in Brevard County, bringing the county’s total for the year to three and Florida’s statewide total to 19. Florida remains a focal point for leprosy in the U.S., with cases arising in multiple counties and some infections acquired outside Florida or the U.S. Officials note that the disease is rare and not easily spread, often difficult to diagnose, and treatable with antibiotics over one to two years; some details about the latest cases and their sources have not been released, and armadillos are discussed as a possible link in transmission.

via Florida Today|
#brevard-county#florida#hansens-disease
Brevard County Reports Four Local Dengue Cases Amid Increased Mosquito Control Efforts
health1 year ago

Brevard County Reports Four Local Dengue Cases Amid Increased Mosquito Control Efforts

The Florida Department of Health in Brevard County has confirmed four cases of locally acquired dengue fever, transmitted by mosquitoes. Authorities are implementing surveillance, monitoring, and spraying to prevent further spread, and residents are advised to use repellent, eliminate standing water, and repair screens to reduce mosquito bites.

via WKMG|
#brevard-county#dengue#disease-transmission
"Central Florida Braces for Severe Flooding as Stormy Sunday Unfolds"
weather2 years ago

"Central Florida Braces for Severe Flooding as Stormy Sunday Unfolds"

A flood warning is in effect for Brevard and Volusia counties in Central Florida due to heavy rain, with flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and low-lying areas imminent or already occurring. Several inches of rain have already fallen, causing flooded roads and ongoing or expected flooding in the warned areas. River flood warnings are also in effect for the St. Johns River near Astor. Rain chances will decrease through the week, but minor coastal flooding remains possible. The first fall cold front could arrive next weekend. No new tropical development is expected in the next seven days.

via WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando|
#brevard-county#central-florida#flood-warning
Tragic Brevard County Crash Claims Toddler's Life, Injures Two Other Children
accidents3 years ago

Tragic Brevard County Crash Claims Toddler's Life, Injures Two Other Children

A 2-year-old child was killed and two other children were injured in a crash in Brevard County, Florida. The driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to flip over multiple times. The 2-year-old was ejected from the car and pronounced dead at the scene. The driver and the two other children, ages 5 and 7, were belted in but sustained minor injuries. The incident is still under investigation.

via WESH 2 Orlando|
#accidents#brevard-county#child-killed
Child fatalities in wrong-way crashes on US highways.
accidents3 years ago

Child fatalities in wrong-way crashes on US highways.

An 8-year-old boy was killed and several others were injured in a wrong-way crash on US-192 in Brevard County, Florida. The crash occurred when a Kia Forte traveling in the wrong direction crashed into a Honda Accord. The driver of the Kia, a 31-year-old woman, and three children were in the car at the time of the accident. The boy, who was not wearing a seat belt, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Honda suffered minor injuries, and the Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.

via WESH 2 Orlando|
#accidents#brevard-county#child-killed
Brevard County Businesses Gear Up for Axiom Space Ax-2 Mission Crowds.
business3 years ago

Brevard County Businesses Gear Up for Axiom Space Ax-2 Mission Crowds.

Local businesses in Brevard County, Florida, are preparing for the Axiom Space Ax-2 mission on Sunday, which is expected to draw large crowds. Coconuts on the Beach in Cocoa Beach and Shiloh's Steak and Seafood in Titusville are popular spots for rocket launches, and having a good view for launches is good for business. Businesses in the area are paying attention to the schedules and staffing correctly to accommodate the expected increase in customers.

via WESH 2 Orlando|
#axiom-space-ax-2-mission#brevard-county#business
Florida Braces for More Severe Weather and Lightning Strikes
weather3 years ago

Florida Braces for More Severe Weather and Lightning Strikes

Brevard County in Florida is bracing for more hailstorms as severe and unsettled weather continues to develop. On Wednesday, a rare hailstorm hit West Melbourne and Palm Bay, leaving behind a partially collapsed roof and a flipped over RV, injuring a man and child. The National Weather Service has warned that the same severe weather, with hailstones, could happen again over the next several days.

via Florida Today|
#brevard-county#florida#hailstorm
Hail Storms Wreak Havoc on Melbourne and Central Florida Homes.
weather3 years ago

Hail Storms Wreak Havoc on Melbourne and Central Florida Homes.

A hail storm accompanied by strong winds caused damage to homes and properties in Melbourne, Brevard County. Homeowners in a mobile home park were dealing with the aftermath of the storm, with debris from other homes littering their yards and driveways. Some homes had their sun porches completely destroyed, while others had broken windows and hail damage to their cars. The hail piled up on roads and caused flooding in some parking lots. The cleanup is expected to take a while.

via WESH 2 Orlando|
#brevard-county#damage#hail-storm
Hailstorms wreak havoc in Florida, damaging crops and homes.
weather3 years ago

Hailstorms wreak havoc in Florida, damaging crops and homes.

Severe thunderstorms in West Melbourne, Florida led to piles of hail in the neighborhood, with some hailstones as big as golf balls. Photos show a young boy standing on a massive pile of hail, hail covering a yard and the street, and a pile of hail in the bed of a pickup truck. Central Middle School in West Melbourne also shared photos of hail in their courtyard.

via WFLA|
#brevard-county#central-middle-school#florida