New programs aim to put life-saving equipment within reach even when lifeguards aren't present.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A manatee found and rescued at Strickland Creek in Ormond Beach Wednesday, Aug. 17, was euthanized due to "extensive injuries," ...

As beach season ramps up on the Suncoast, West Manatee Fire Rescue is reminding the community to keep water safety top of ...

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“Beach Like a Local” is Manatee County’s new life vest initiative meant to provide additional safety opportunities in areas ...

A manatee that got stuck in a Florida storm drain while seeking warmer waters is on the mend at SeaWorld Orlando after a ...

Cold stress killed Florida manatees as limits on winter refuges and power plant warm water rules face renewed scrutiny ...

Manatees are gathering in the warm water near a Florida Power & Light plant in Palm Beach County to escape the cold. The sea cows seek out warm water pockets when temperatures drop to 68 degrees or ...

A manatee found and rescued at Strickland Creek in Ormond Beach Wednesday, Aug. 17, was euthanized due to "extensive injuries," according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The ...