The Orange County Government has announced that debris removal efforts following Hurricane Milton are nearing completion. Thanks to the tireless work of contractors and county crews, nearly 200,000 cubic yards…
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Hurricane Updates On Reams Road Flooding, Debris Removal, & Big Sand Lake
Commissioner Nicole Wilson and Orange County have provided an update on recovery from Hurricane Milton. FEMA has designated Orange County Residents eligible for individual assistance following Hurricane Milton. Residents need…
How To Report Street Light & Roadway Issues For Repair
While Horizon West fared well during Hurricane Milton with only minor damages reported, residents should report outstanding issues to the appropriate authorities to ensure work is scheduled. Street Lights –…
PHOTOS: Hurricane Milton Damage & Power Outage Impacts
Horizon West faced the brunt of Hurricane Milton in the early hours of October 10, experiencing high winds and heavy rain that caused a flash flood warning for the area….
Reams Road Gets Emergency Pumping; Duke Warns For Extended Outages
Orange County is now under a state of emergency by local, state, and federal authorities. Potential weather threats to Orange County include up to category 2 hurricane force winds between…
Horizon West Prep Guide For Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton is forecast to landfall along the west coast of Florida as a Major Hurricane, and remaining a hurricane throughout it’s trek into and through Central Florida. With many…
Hurricane Prep Tax Holiday! Stock Up Tax-FREE
The second Florida Sales Tax Holiday on hurricane supplies and disaster preparedness has started and runs through September 6. The Tax Holiday marks the middle of Hurricane Season, with September…
Governor DeSantis Recommending 7-Day Hurricane Emergency Supply Kit
Governor Ron DeSantis and Florida Division of Emergency Management is urging residents to create a hurricane supply kit to last 7-days. In prior years, it was only recommended for Floridians…
Hurricane Tax Holiday; List of Items Tax Free Through June 14
The Florida Sales Tax Holiday on hurricane supplies and disaster preparedness has started and runs through June 14. The Tax Holiday marks the beginning of Hurricane Season, which official starts…
Orange County Issues Burn Ban as Drought Index Rises
A burn ban is currently in effect for unincorporated areas of Orange County and any municipalities that Orange County Fire Rescue services, including Edgewood, Belle Isle, Oakland, and Eatonville. Burn…
Hottest May Ever Recorded For Orlando
The month of May has set the record of the hottest ever recorded for the Orlando metro area. Orlando experienced an average of 81.3 degrees for the month, with many…
Orange County Provides Preparedness Updates On Idalia
Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to reach hurricane strength overnight, and while currently projected to make landfall in the Big Bend area of Florida, will still have far reaching impact…
Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday; Aug 26 – Sept 8
The Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday on hurricane supplies and disaster preparedness items will occur from August 26 – September 8, 2023. The Tax Holiday marks the beginning of…
Horizon West Pummeled By Hail: Wednesday Brings Even Higher Threat Level
Living in Horizon West, we are accustomed to Florida’s unpredictable weather. However, recently, our community experienced a hail storm that left many awe-struck. As residents of this beautiful area, it’s…
Hurricane Ian Prep Guide For Horizon West
Tropical Storm Ian is projected to become a hurricane by Monday and then strengthening to Major Hurricane status on Tuesday. The path of the storm remains largely uncertain, with significant…
Weather Alert: Frost Advisory Issued For Horizon West, Freeze Warning For Wellness Way
A Frost Advisory has been issued for Orange County, including the Horizon West area, for overnight Sunday/Monday. The advisory is in effect from January 24 at 2am until 8am. FROST…
