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Tropical Storm Fred – Update #2 – 8/11/2021

University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Tropical Storm Fred, and much remains unknown about the storm’s path. Here’s what we know today: Tropical storm conditions are possible in northern Haiti and the southeastern Bahamas and in portions of Cuba later today. Heavy rainfall could lead to flash, urban and small stream flooding along with possible rapid river rises and the potential for mudslides across the Dominican Republic. No tropical storm warnings or watches are currently in place for the state of Florida. There is an increasing risk of wind and rainfall impacts in Florida beginning Friday night or early…

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Potential Tropical Cyclone Six – Update #1 – 8/10/2021

University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Potential Tropical Cyclone Six, and much remains unknown about its path.  Here’s what we know today: The system is forecast to become Tropical Strom Fred likely later today or tomorrow. Tropical storm conditions are expected in portions of the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico beginning today and in the Dominican Republic by tomorrow and are possible in northern Haiti and the southern Bahamas by late Wednesday. No warnings or watches are currently in place for the state of Florida. It’s too soon for the National Hurricane Center to determine what, if any,…

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University of Florida to Resume Normal Operations

As Tropical Storm Elsa moves across the Florida Peninsula, the University of Florida is currently scheduled to reopen and resume classes and normal campus operations on Thursday, July 8. Shift workers should check with their supervisors regarding scheduling. Those on the UF Health Jacksonville campus and in other locations around the state should check with their supervisors for information regarding their campuses. As always, students in need of assistance may contact U Matter We Care at umatter@ufl.edu or by calling (352) 294-CARE (2273). Employees may call the Employee Assistance Program at 833-306-0103. For more information, please continue to check the…

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Tropical Storm Elsa – Update #7 – 7/7/2021

University of Florida officials are continuing to monitor Tropical Storm Elsa. Here’s what we know today: Alachua County is currently under tropical storm and flood warnings. However, the current forecast indicates Gainesville is expected to see improving conditions throughout the day. In-person and online classes at the University of Florida campus in Gainesville are canceled and offices are closed today. Normal operations and classes will resume Thursday, July 8. Shift workers should check with their supervisors regarding scheduling. Those on the UF Health Jacksonville campus and in other locations around the state should check with their supervisors for information regarding their…

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University Statement Regarding Operations During Tropical Storm Elsa

The University of Florida’s main campus in Gainesville will be closed on Wednesday, July 7 because of Tropical Storm Elsa. Only essential university personnel should report for work. Classes will resume and campus will reopen Thursday, July 8. Alachua County is currently under a tropical storm warning. We ask UF Health clinical and core service personnel to check with their supervisors as to whether they should report to work and provide support to the academic health center for emergency operations. We also want to remind the UF community that students, faculty and staff who are not working at UF Health…

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Tropical Storm Elsa – Update #6 – 7/6/2021

University of Florida officials are continuing to monitor Tropical Storm Elsa. Here’s what we know today: As Elsa moves near or along the western Florida Peninsula through Wednesday, heavy rainfall may result in isolated flash, urban and minor river flooding, with considerable flash and urban flooding possible in the southwest and western portions of Florida. There is a danger of life-threatening storm surge along portions of the west coast of Florida tonight and Wednesday, and a storm surge warning is in effect for that area. Hurricane conditions are possible tonight and early Wednesday along a portion of the west coast of…

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Classes at UF’s Campus Cancelled, Offices Closed July 7

All classes at the University of Florida campus in Gainesville will be canceled and offices will be closed Wednesday, July 7, because of Tropical Storm Elsa. Essential employees should check with their supervisors. Classes will resume and campus will reopen Thursday, July 8. Clinical personnel and all UF Health staff in Gainesville should follow their prescribed procedures. Those on the UF Health Jacksonville campus and in other locations around the state should check for information regarding their campuses. Click here for the latest on the status of operations and monitor local news media for more details to come.  

Tropical Storm Elsa – Update #5 – 7/5/2021

University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Tropical Storm Elsa. Here’s what we know today: Heavy rain will impact the Cayman Islands and Cuba today resulting in significant flooding and mudslides over Cuba. Tropical storm conditions and dangerous storm surge are expected to continue across portions of central and western Cuba today. As Tropical Storm Elsa approaches the Florida Keys and the Florida Peninsula Monday through Wednesday, heavy rainfall may result in isolated flash, urban and minor river flooding. The current forecast indicates tropical storm conditions are expected in portions of the Florida Keys and along Florida’s west coast, where…

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Tropical Storm Elsa – Update #4 – 7/4/2021

University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Tropical Storm Elsa, and much remains unknown about the storm’s path. Here’s what we know today: Tropical storm conditions and dangerous storm surge are expected with hurricane conditions possible in portions of eastern Cuba later today and tonight. Tropical storm conditions are expected in portions of central and western Cuba tonight and Monday. As tropical storm Elsa approaches the Florida Keys and the Florida Peninsula Monday through Wednesday, heavy rainfall may result in isolated flash, urban and minor river flooding. The current forecast indicates tropical storm conditions, storm surge and rainfall impacts are…

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Tropical Storm Elsa – Update #3 – 7/3/2021

University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Tropical Storm Elsa, and much remains unknown about the storm’s path. Here’s what we know today: A hurricane warning remains in effect for portions of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Heavy rain will impact the Cayman Islands and Cuba tomorrow into Monday. Tropical storm conditions and dangerous storm surge are expected with hurricane conditions in portions of eastern Cuba beginning early Sunday. No tropical storm warnings or watches are currently in place for the state of Florida but will most likely be issued later today. The current forecast indicates tropical storm winds will…

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