An 11th-grader drowned on June 20 while swimming with friends at a quarry. Family and friends are devastated by the loss.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says drowning is the number one cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 in the ...

Florida leads the nation in child drowning deaths. See how North Port is fighting back by participating in the World's ...

Troy Springs State Park in Branford, Florida is that rare natural treasure—a crystalline oasis tucked away in North Florida’s rolling countryside that offers the perfect family adventure without the ...

With a huge great white swimming along a US coastline, and two attacks taking place already this month, here is how to avoid ...

There have been a number of other reports of shark incidents in recent days – including a nine-year-old girl nearly had her hand bitten off near Boca Grande, Florida.

North Port Parks & Recreation is inviting the community to make waves and build essential swimming skills at a free, all-ages swim lesson as part of the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson on June ...

The Point, June 16, 2025: 'No Kings' protests draw thousands to north central Florida. By WUFT News. June 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM EDT ...

In North Central Florida, Ichetucknee Springs State Park is a local favorite for its crystal-clear waters that stay cool year-round. Head here for swimming, snorkeling, tubing, kayaking, and exploring ...

A search is underway for 10-year-old Trinity Eslinger, who went missing while swimming in Florida with her family. The Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) said the girl was last seen in the ...

BOCA GRANDE, Fla. (WFLA) — A family vacation took a terrifying turn after a 9-year-old girl was attacked by a shark in the waters off Boca Grande. Video from Eagle 8 HD showed the calm ...

By multiple measures, the month of May was notable for weather extremes in north Florida. The average high temperature for May in Jacksonville was 88.8 degrees.