Florida News That Impacts You – August 25th, 2023
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- Four tropical disturbances are active in the Atlantic Basin including one that’s a threat to the Gulf Coast of Florida. Tropical Storm Franklin is expected to develop into a hurricane as it makes its way northwest of Bermuda. Two other tropical waves in the mid-Atlantic aren’t threats to any population zones, however a third which has now crossed from the Pacific into the Caribbean Sea is of concern. The tropical wave is currently being given a 70% chance of development by the National Hurricane Center and is tracking towards Florida’s Gulf Coast between Sarasota and Panama City Beach. On the current projected path and timeline there would be an impact along the Gulf Coast Thursday into Friday of next week.
- A Martin County high school teacher has been arrested on child porn charges. 34-year-old Antonio Capilupi who taught automotive maintenance at Martin County High School was arrested by the sheriff’s office on Thursday. Students tipped off authorities to alleged illicit pictures being shared between Antonio and a 14-year-old student on Snapchat. The school board has suspended Capilupi and is recommending his employment termination. Parents of students who were taught by him are being asked to talk with their children about whether they witnessed or were exposed to any inappropriate behavior.
- Florida’s teachers are being offered free admission to SeaWorld Orlando through September 5th of 2024. Interested teachers can register online with the SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card program for free access. A teacher ID card is necessary to complete the registration.
- Gas prices dropped another two cents on Thursday. Statewide the average price for regular unleaded is currently $3.73 per gallon – 11 cents lower than a week ago. In Palm Beach County the average price is $3.89 per gallon, which is the highest price in the state.