Public Health & Safety
Orange County Adopts New Safety Rules for E-Bikes and Electric Scooters
New ordinance establishes speed limits, safety requirements and penalties. Electric bicycles and scooters are becoming an increasingly common sight throughout Orange County. Whether residents use them to commute, get to school or simply enjoy the outdoors, these devices offer convenient ways to get around. With the growing popularity of micromobility devices comes a greater need […]
Mosquito Control Efforts Planned for Parts of Apopka, Pine Hills
As of October 12, the Florida Department of Health confirmed four locally transmitted cases of dengue fever in the Apopka area and one in...
Orange County Steps Up Sidewalk Safety
Most residents probably don’t give much thought to the sidewalk beneath their feet — until something is wrong with it. Across unincorporated Orange County,...
Know Your Numbers: Why I’m Sharing My Prostate Cancer Journey
By Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about one of the most...
Teaching Fire Safety Before the Alarm Sounds
Artificial smoke begins to fill the room. A child reaches for the doorknob, only to discover it is too hot to touch. Guided by...
Orange County Lowers Heat Threshold, Expands Access to Cooling Locations with Free LYNX Rides
As Central Florida heads into the peak of summer, Orange County is taking additional steps to protect residents from extreme heat by lowering its...
Whole Blood Program Saves Orange County Man After Crash
What started as a routine Sunday ride turned into a life-threatening moment that Kristopher Baker will never forget. “I’ve taken that road a million...
Build Your Hurricane Emergency Kit Now
Hurricane season is here, and Orange County is encouraging residents to take a simple but important preparedness step: build or refresh an emergency supply...
Early Hurricane Preparation Helps Families with Young Children Feel Safe and Ready
As hurricane season approaches, Orange County is encouraging families to begin preparing early — especially those with young children. Taking simple steps now can...
Early Hurricane Prep Key for Residents with Special Needs
As hurricane season approaches, Orange County officials are encouraging families with individuals who have special needs to begin planning early and consider registering for...
