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Dengue alert issued in Orange County, as Florida's locally acquired cases rise
Orange County Mosquito Control is working to prevent another locally acquired case of dengue.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 23Drug warrants stand out in APD's weekly arrest report
Drug-related charges and warrants account for many entries in the Apopka Police Department's Sept. 13-19 arrest report. The report also lists battery, DUI, hit-and-run, and other charges, along with 1,645 calls for service during the week.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 22Cars, storefronts and a residence targeted in Apopka burglary report
The Apopka Police Department reported six burglaries between September 16 and September 19. The incidents included three auto burglaries, two commercial burglaries, and one residential burglary.
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 22Lake County sheriff hopes to expand drone fleet with $12.6 million from federal immigration fund
The agency wants to develop a Drone as First Responder system, which could remotely launch some pre-placed drones from fixed sites.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 22Two dengue cases confirmed in the Apopka area
Health officials have confirmed two additional locally acquired dengue fever cases in the Apopka area, prompting a mosquito alert for Orange County. Mosquito Control is expanding surveillance and targeted treatment in Apopka, Pine Hills, and other parts of the county.
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 21Dengue alert issued in Orange County, as Florida’s locally acquired cases rise
Orange County Mosquito Control is working to prevent another locally acquired case of dengue.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 17Orange County adds faster testing for mosquito-borne illnesses
Orange County Mosquito Control has added new laboratory technology to detect viruses in mosquito samples more quickly. The PCR testing capability could deliver same-day results, reduce costs, and improve mitigation efforts.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 17A busy week for APD brings 24 arrests across Apopka
The Apopka Police Department reported 24 arrests, including one juvenile, during the week of September 6-12. Battery, controlled-substance possession, DUI, and outstanding warrants were among the allegations listed.
Daily Ridge
Published September 16Florida Attorney General Charges Man Who Allegedly Sexually Exploited An 8 Yr Old Child In Polk & Orange Counties
A 34-year-old man is facing charges that could send him to prison for life after investigators say he sexually abused a child under the age of 12, recorded the abuse and possessed child sexual abuse material. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Tuesday that Rafiq…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 15Vehicle break-ins dominate Apopka’s weekly burglary report
The Apopka Police Department reported five burglaries during the week of September 6-12. Four involved vehicles, while the fifth was reported at a commercial property on South Orange Blossom Trail.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 14Boil-water advisory issued for Welch Road area after water main break
The City of Apopka has issued a precautionary boil-water advisory for several neighborhoods and businesses following a water main break on Welch Road east of Rock Springs Road. Customers should boil water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 13Fatal lightning strike offers warning for Apopka residents
A fatal lightning strike near a Celebration hotel demonstrates how quickly a developing thunderstorm can become deadly. The incident warns Apopka residents not to wait for heavy rain or frequent lightning before seeking shelter.