GREENCHEM INDUSTRIES, LLC Assessed $70,600 Penalty in West Palm Beach
An environmental enforcement settlement has assessed a $70,600 penalty against GREENCHEM INDUSTRIES, LLC in West Palm Beach, Florida, in a developing matter.
Palm Beach County, Florida FirstAlerts
Everything reported for Palm Beach County and within 40 miles of it, at every level. Warnings and official records name the county they apply to, which is the level most of them are issued at.
Environmental Enforcement
1 reportMass Casualty Incidents
2 reportsWoman Named in Fatal Shooting Over Walmart Parking Space in North Lauderdale
Broward State Attorney's Office identifies suspect in June 30 killing of Bart DiGuglielmo.
17 killed in shooting at Florida high school; FBI says it did not properly follow up January tip
The BBC reported 17 people were killed and 14 injured at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, on 14 February 2018; a suspect is in custody.
Plane Crashes
2 reportsTwo Killed in Beech B100 Crash Near Coral Springs, Florida
The accident record lists two aboard, two fatalities and the aircraft destroyed; the National Transportation Safety Board is investigating and the cause has not been determined.
Two Killed in Robinson R44 Helicopter Accident Near Boynton Beach, Florida
The accident record lists two people on board, two fatalities and the aircraft destroyed; the National Transportation Safety Board investigation is open.
Severe Weather
15 reportsHeat Alerts Issued Across Florida and South Plains; Conflicting Details Reported
Officials warn of dangerous heat and possible heat illnesses, though reports differ on alert level, timing, and issuing office.
Heat Advisory Issued for South Florida Counties
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for parts of South Florida, with heat index values up to 107 expected.
Heat Advisory Issued for East Central Florida on August 20
An official Heat Advisory from the National Weather Service Melbourne FL is in effect from 10 AM to 7 PM EDT on August 20, 2026.
National Weather Service Issues Heat Advisory for Portions of South Florida
A Heat Advisory is in effect on August 20, 2026, with heat index values up to 110 expected.
Extreme Heat Warning Covers Miami-Dade and Broward Counties Until 7 PM
Heat index values up to 112 are expected across seven South Florida zones, according to the warning issued by the National Weather Service Miami FL.
Heat Advisory Covers Orlando, Daytona Beach and 20 Zones Across East Central Florida
The National Weather Service in Melbourne warns of heat index values 108 to 112 in Inland Volusia, Northern Lake, Orange and 17 other zones from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
Disaster Declarations
5 reportsPalm Beach County: Public Assistance Declared Under DR-4084-FL for Hurricane Isaac; No Individual Assistance
Federal money is available to governments and certain nonprofits in Palm Beach County for Hurricane Isaac damage, but households in the county cannot apply for it under this declaration.
Martin County, Florida, Covered by Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Isaac — Public Assistance Only
Federal money is available to governments and certain nonprofits in Martin County for Hurricane Isaac damage; no household grants were declared for the county.
Palm Beach County Emergency Declaration for Hurricane Isaias
Federal emergency declared for Palm Beach County; public assistance available, but no individual household grants.
Martin County Emergency Declaration for Hurricane Isaias
FEMA declares emergency for Martin County, Florida, covering Hurricane Isaias; public assistance available, but no individual assistance for households.
Broward County Emergency Declaration for Hurricane Isaias
Federal emergency declared for Broward County, Florida, covering Hurricane Isaias; public assistance available, but no individual household grants.