Safety

Apr. 16, 2026

Prescribed Burn Planned for Florida State Park

Up to 500 acres of pine flatwoods to be burned over 2 days at Jonathan Dickinson State Park

Apr. 16, 2026

2 Tourists Drown Off Cocoa Beach Amid Dangerous Rip Currents

Officials continue warning beachgoers of ongoing hazardous conditions along Florida's east coast.

Apr. 16, 2026

Cocoa Beach Officials Offer Beach Safety Tips After Drownings

Warnings come after two people died trying to rescue a child caught in a rip current.

Apr. 16, 2026

Volusia County Completes Sand Fencing Project in Ponce Inlet

The new installations aim to reinforce natural dunes and reduce wind-driven sand displacement.

Apr. 16, 2026

North Port Maintains Burn Ban as Neighbors Lift Restrictions

Residents urged to follow local fire safety rules despite changes in nearby counties.

Apr. 15, 2026

Rip Currents Prompt Cocoa Beach Warning After 2 Drownings

Authorities urge beachgoers to exercise caution amid dangerous ocean conditions.

Apr. 15, 2026

Rip Currents Prompt Cocoa Beach Warning After Drownings

Brevard County officials urge caution in the water following two recent deaths.

Apr. 15, 2026

Brevard Lifeguards Warn of Rip Current Dangers

Alerts come after two recent drownings at Cocoa Beach

Apr. 15, 2026

Officials Warn of Dangerous Rip Currents After Deadly Rescues in Cocoa Beach

Drowning incidents have spiked this year, with most linked to treacherous ocean conditions.

Apr. 15, 2026

WPBF 25 Hosts Annual 'Hurricane Ready' Summit

Storm and safety leaders gather for preparedness event ahead of hurricane season

Apr. 14, 2026

2 Killed in Cocoa Beach Rip Current Incident

Rescuers attempted life-saving measures on two victims who later died at the hospital.

Apr. 14, 2026

St. Lucie County Mosquito District Gears Up for Mosquito Season

Crews prepare to combat rising mosquito populations before they get out of control.

Apr. 13, 2026

WPBF 25 Hosts Free Hurricane Prep Event

Meteorologists aim to equip community for upcoming storm season.