Woman Killed in Melbourne Crash
A 42 year old woman was killed in a crash Friday night in Melbourne. State troopers say her Honda was struck by a truck while exiting a parking lot on Wickham Road. The woman died at a hospital. Two people in the truck suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYYouth Football Fight Draws Police Response in West Melbourne
Police responded to a fight following a youth football game at Max Rodes Park in West Melbourne Saturday. No arrests were made. The West Melbourne Youth Football Association says its players were not involved. The visiting Melbourne Chargers say those responsible will be held accountable.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYAmazon Cocoa Facility Evacuated During Hazmat Response
An Amazon facility on Grissom Parkway in Cocoa was evacuated Saturday as fire and hazmat crews responded to an emergency. Officials have not disclosed what prompted the response. The facility was cleared to reopen, but Amazon says operations remain paused while the company conducts additional independent safety testing.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpaceX Launches Globalstar Mission From Cape Canaveral
SpaceX has launched a Globalstar mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The Falcon 9 lifted off Saturday night from Space Launch Complex 40. The first-stage booster was making its 14th flight and it returned to Landing Zone 40 at Cape Canaveral following stage separation, making for some loud sonic booms.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYAbandoned Fishing Gear Kills Two Loggerhead Turtles
Two loggerhead sea turtles have died at the Brevard Zoo after suffering severe injuries from abandoned fishing gear. Zoo officials say the two turtles were euthanized after their injuries were deemed irreversible. A third turtle is recovering after a flipper amputation. The zoo is urging anglers and beachgoers to properly dispose of fishing line and […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDangerous Heat Continues Across Central Florida
Dangerous heat continues across Central Florida again today, with heat index values expected to reach between 108 and 112 degrees. Heat advisories are in effect from 10 this morning until 8 tonight. The best advice… Drink plenty of fluids, limit outdoor activity and avoid strenuous work during the hottest part of the day.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYUtilities Offer Tips to Cut Cooling Costs
Florida’s extreme heat is driving up air-conditioning use and power bills. Central Florida air conditioners are working about 16 percent harder this summer. Utilities now recommend setting thermostats as high as comfortably possible, keeping filters clean and using ceiling fans to help reduce energy costs.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYHeat Advisories in Effect as Central Florida Storms Continue
Central Floridians might want to check their sunscreen supplies as we head into the weekend, because we will face another hot day today, with heat advisories in effect for parts of the region. Forecasters say scattered storms could bring some cooling relief later in the day. Meanwhile, meteorologists are also keeping watch on increased activity […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpaceX Files Plans for Brevard Starship Testing Site
SpaceX has filed plans for a 55-acre Starship testing facility in Brevard County. The site, dubbed Project Ignition, would include a test stand for static-fire engine tests before rockets are moved to the launch pad. The permits remain under review as SpaceX prepares for possible Starship launches from Florida.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBlue Origin Expands Cape Canaveral Launch Complex
Blue Origin plans to double its launch pad footprint at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station following a May explosion. The company is building a second pad at Launch Complex 36 to support a larger version of its New Glenn rocket, along with new vehicle and payload facilities. Blue Origin hopes to launch New Glenn again […]
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