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WATCH LIVE: Orange County officials to hold briefing after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Orange County officials to hold briefing after Hurricane MiltonOrange County Fire Rescue reportedly helped get a family to shelter as Hurricane Milton flooded Lake Fairview Shores on its way out to sea.
Robbery suspect dies in fiery crash after deputies deploy stop sticks in Orange County
Read full article: Robbery suspect dies in fiery crash after deputies deploy stop sticks in Orange CountyA man suspected of armed robbery died after driving over stop sticks deployed by Orange County deputies and later crashing along Old Winter Garden Road, according to the sheriff’s office.
1 taken to hospital after vehicle goes into water near East Colonial Drive, SR-408 in Orange County
Read full article: 1 taken to hospital after vehicle goes into water near East Colonial Drive, SR-408 in Orange CountyOne person was taken to the hospital after a vehicle went into a body of water along East Colonial Drive in east Orange County, according to fire rescue officials.
4 puppies rescued from hot car as owner dined at Disney Springs; 1 dead, 3 adopted, officials say
Read full article: 4 puppies rescued from hot car as owner dined at Disney Springs; 1 dead, 3 adopted, officials sayAfter four Bernedoodle puppies were rescued from a hot car at Disney Springs, one has since died and the three survivors were adopted, according to Orange County Animal Services.
Orange County Fire Rescue now able to provide blood transfusions on scene
Read full article: Orange County Fire Rescue now able to provide blood transfusions on sceneOrange County Fire Rescue is rolling out a first-of-its-kind program to be able to give life-saving blood transfusions to patients before arriving at a hospital.
13-year-old killed, several displaced after ‘explosion,’ house fire in Pine Hills
Read full article: 13-year-old killed, several displaced after ‘explosion,’ house fire in Pine HillsA 13-year-old boy died in an explosion and house fire in Pine Hills that firefighters said displaced seven, including three children.
‘I need someone held accountable:’ Family wants answers after explosion at Orange County apartment
Read full article: ‘I need someone held accountable:’ Family wants answers after explosion at Orange County apartmentNearly one week after a possible gas explosion at Woodhill Apartments, the victim's family is sharing their story and looking for someone to be held accountable.
Mystery: Students sickened by odor on Orange County school bus
Read full article: Mystery: Students sickened by odor on Orange County school busAn “unknown substance” on a school bus prompted a hazmat response from Orange County Fire Rescue which resulted in the treatment of 10 patients, according to officials.
Central Florida hospitals see uptick in heat-related illnesses
Read full article: Central Florida hospitals see uptick in heat-related illnessesHospital and urgent care facilities around Central Florida are reporting an uptick in patients looking for help with heat-related illnesses, as the heat index pushes "feels like: temperatures into the triple digits.
1 hospitalized after chlorine exposure at Aquatica Orlando, fire officials say
Read full article: 1 hospitalized after chlorine exposure at Aquatica Orlando, fire officials sayFive patients were treated due to “chlorine exposure” at the Aquatica Orlando water park on Saturday, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.
‘To the next level:’ Mayor Jerry Demings gives 2023 State of Orange County address
Read full article: ‘To the next level:’ Mayor Jerry Demings gives 2023 State of Orange County addressOrange County Mayor Jerry Demings delivered his 2023 State of Orange County message on Friday, discussing recent struggles, accomplishments and views of future projects.
15-year-old runs red light in stolen car; 1 dead, 6 injured in Orange County crash, FHP says
Read full article: 15-year-old runs red light in stolen car; 1 dead, 6 injured in Orange County crash, FHP saysA Palm Coast man is dead and six teenagers were hospitalized after a crash Sunday morning that forced the temporary closure of a section of Dean Road, according to Orange County Fire Rescue and the Florida Highway Patrol.
Deputies search for drivers who ‘recklessly’ circled Orange County fire truck during street race
Read full article: Deputies search for drivers who ‘recklessly’ circled Orange County fire truck during street raceDeputies announced Monday they are searching for drivers who “recklessly” circled an Orange County fire truck responding to an emergency during a street race over the weekend.
Hotel evacuated on International Drive due to fire on a balcony, Orange County Fire Rescue says
Read full article: Hotel evacuated on International Drive due to fire on a balcony, Orange County Fire Rescue saysA hotel on International Drive in Orange County was evacuated on Saturday as crews responded to a fire on a 14th-floor balcony.
18 students treated, 2 hospitalized for heat exhaustion after threat prompts evacuation at Colonial High School
Read full article: 18 students treated, 2 hospitalized for heat exhaustion after threat prompts evacuation at Colonial High SchoolTwenty students total were treated for heat exhaustion after being evacuated outside Colonial High School following a “situation” Thursday, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.
Several injured, including children, in multivehicle crash in Orange County, fire rescue says
Read full article: Several injured, including children, in multivehicle crash in Orange County, fire rescue saysSeveral people were injured, including children, in a multivehicle crash in Orange County, according to fire rescue.
Pedestrian fatally struck by car in Orange County, OCFR says
Read full article: Pedestrian fatally struck by car in Orange County, OCFR saysA pedestrian died after being struck by a car Saturday evening not far from Holden Heights, according to Orange County Fire Rescue and the Florida Highway Patrol.
WATCH: Drone video shows 63 rescued after The Wheel at ICON Park loses power
Read full article: WATCH: Drone video shows 63 rescued after The Wheel at ICON Park loses powerOrange County Fire Rescue released drone video showing crews working to rescue 62 people from The Wheel at ICON Park after the ride lost power on New Year's Eve.
The Wheel at ICON Park loses power, all riders safely rescued
Read full article: The Wheel at ICON Park loses power, all riders safely rescuedOrange County Fire Rescue safely rescued all riders on The Wheel at ICON Park after it lost power on Saturday evening, according to an ICON Park representative.
1 hospitalized after fire in garage fills home with smoke, Orange County firefighters say
Read full article: 1 hospitalized after fire in garage fills home with smoke, Orange County firefighters sayOne person was hospitalized after a fire Saturday morning at a home on Lake Pickett, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.
‘Someone is getting burned:’ 911 calls released in fireworks explosion in Orange County warehouse
Read full article: ‘Someone is getting burned:’ 911 calls released in fireworks explosion in Orange County warehouseOrange County Fire Rescue released 911 calls made Thursday night when a large fire at an Orange County warehouse ignited numerous fireworks that killed three and injured two others.
2 hurt when falling pallets trap people in warehouse, Orange County fire officials say
Read full article: 2 hurt when falling pallets trap people in warehouse, Orange County fire officials sayTwo people were hospitalized Saturday morning after pallets fell and trapped people in a warehouse, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.
After drownings of 2 children with autism, Orange County Fire Rescue reminds parents about water hazards
Read full article: After drownings of 2 children with autism, Orange County Fire Rescue reminds parents about water hazardsOrange County Fire Rescue reminded the public about the dangers surrounding bodies of water and the importance of being vigilant.
Study finds that climate change added 10% to Ian's rainfall
Read full article: Study finds that climate change added 10% to Ian's rainfallA quick study by two scientists calculates that climate change made Hurricane Ian 10% rainier than it would have been if there were no such thing as global warming.
About 200 residents evacuated after flooding hits Orange County apartment complex near UCF
Read full article: About 200 residents evacuated after flooding hits Orange County apartment complex near UCFOrange County Fire Rescue officials responded to Arden Villas Apartments near University Boulevard Thursday night to help evacuate about 200 residents to a sister facility in Altamonte Springs.
Orange County Fire Rescue and National Guard help evacuate flooded extended stay hotel
Read full article: Orange County Fire Rescue and National Guard help evacuate flooded extended stay hotelThe National Guard and the Orange County Fire Rescue helped evacuate residents at a flooded extended stay hotel off of Lee Road in Orlando on Thursday.
Orange County Fire Rescue encourages mobile home residents to consider relocating to shelters
Read full article: Orange County Fire Rescue encourages mobile home residents to consider relocating to sheltersOrange County Fire Rescue said went door to door Tuesday, passing out informational flyers and encouraging residents in mobile home communities to consider going to a local shelter or staying with family or friends ahead of Hurricane Ian.
1 injured in crash involving overturned tanker on SR-528 in Orange County, fire rescue says
Read full article: 1 injured in crash involving overturned tanker on SR-528 in Orange County, fire rescue saysOne person was injured in a crash involving an overturned tanker on State Road 528 in Orange County, fire rescue officials tweeted on Tuesday.
Orange County deputies investigate after Windermere High student found dead in home
Read full article: Orange County deputies investigate after Windermere High student found dead in homeThe Orange County Sheriff’s Office launched a death investigation after two people were found dead in a Winter Garden home in August.
Orange County Fire Rescue to host active shooter training in Orlando
Read full article: Orange County Fire Rescue to host active shooter training in OrlandoThe Orange County Fire Rescue Department is scheduled to host an active shooter drill Saturday afternoon at the Valencia School of Public Safety, according to reports.
Firefighters work to drench burning building in Maitland
Read full article: Firefighters work to drench burning building in MaitlandOrange County Fire Rescue assisted the Maitland Fire Rescue Department Saturday in responding to a reported structure fire close to Lake Seminary in Maitland, officials said.
Man accused of shooting, killing 62-year-old in Orange County home arrested
Read full article: Man accused of shooting, killing 62-year-old in Orange County home arrestedA person suspected of shooting and killing a 62-year-old man in Orlando has been caught by deputies, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Former Orange County firefighter sues over termination due to insubordination of vaccine mandate
Read full article: Former Orange County firefighter sues over termination due to insubordination of vaccine mandateA former battalion chief with Orange County Fire Rescue is suing over what he claims was an "unlawful termination" for insubordination amid a now voided vaccine mandate for county employees.
LISTEN: Orange County Fire Rescue releases 911 calls from East Millenia apartment fire
Read full article: LISTEN: Orange County Fire Rescue releases 911 calls from East Millenia apartment fireOrange County Fire Rescue released 911 calls from the East Millenia apartment fire Saturday morning, where a deputy saved a baby trapped on the third floor.