(Washington, D.C., June 29, 2026) – Today, President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation temporarily suspending countervailing duties (CVDs) on certain phosphate fertilizer imports, providing immediate relief to American farmers while advancing the Administration’s broader strategy to strengthen America’s…

A new invasive insect pest, the Pasture Mealybug (Heliococcus summervillei Brookes), has recently been detected in Florida and is causing concern for pasture, hay, turfgrass, and sugarcane producers. This pest has been associated with “pasture dieback” in Australia and was first detected in the US in Texas in…

Setting prescribed fires in controlled settings can reduce the risk of wildfires burning out of control. That’s why the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) will be conducting prescribed burns now through September on the Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Preserve.

Evacuation zones for Hillsborough County have changed for the 2026 hurricane season, impacting more properties. Employees should take the time now to review their evacuation zone and make a plan in the event their zone is called to evacuate. Visit https://hcfl.gov/residents/public-safety/emergency-management/…

The Hillsborough County Emergency Management team works year round to ensure we are ready to respond to hurricanes or any other type of disaster.

Across the state, more than 76,000 stormwater ponds are woven into Florida neighborhoods, often as the focal point of waterfront homes.

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue (HCFR) continues to strengthen its fleet with the addition of four new specialized brush fire trucks, often referred to as "Skeeter" units. County officials say the trucks will help HCFR tackle fast-moving brush fires more efficiently. In 2026 alone, HCFR has already responded…

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