In The News section, Local News and Information... Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:06:26 +0100 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:06:26 +0100 ShrimpNFishFlorida™ is Florida's Official Anglers Social Networking Community™ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/forums/in-the-news-section-local-news-and-information.76/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:34:01 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/store-bought-shrimp.18183/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/store-bought-shrimp.18183/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator
Shrimp sold at Walmart may be radioactive, FDA warns

https://www.wtvy.com/2025/08/19/shrimp-sold-walmart-may-be-radioactive-fda-warns/

]]> Fri, 18 Apr 2025 12:45:55 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/fifty-foot-shrimp-boat-runs-aground-north-of-flagler-beach.18168/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/fifty-foot-shrimp-boat-runs-aground-north-of-flagler-beach.18168/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator Fifty-foot shrimp boat runs aground north of Flagler Beach

https://www.news-journalonline.com/...eanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook]]> 3 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:28:34 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/live-hurricane-satellite-24-7-zoom-earth.18125/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/live-hurricane-satellite-24-7-zoom-earth.18125/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator
Stay safe

https://zoom.earth/]]> 2 Thu, 13 Oct 2022 23:52:15 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/recreational-harvest-of-goliath-grouper-in-state-waters-open-oct-15.17739/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/recreational-harvest-of-goliath-grouper-in-state-waters-open-oct-15.17739/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator limited recreational harvest of goliath grouper in state waters



Oct. 13, 2022

Suggested Tweet: Applications for @MyFWC limited recreational harvest of #goliath grouper in #Florida waters open Oct. 15: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/FLFFWCC/bulletins/33224b9 #fishing

Applications for limited recreational harvest of goliath grouper in state waters open Oct. 15

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)...

Recreational Harvest Of Goliath Grouper In State Waters Open Oct. 15]]> Thu, 01 Jul 2021 20:33:57 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/red-snapper-dates-are-7-9-7-11.17327/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/red-snapper-dates-are-7-9-7-11.17327/ invalid@example.com (Rich M) Rich M https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/bull...ngs-recreational-and-commercial-red-snapper-1

We get 3 days this year. Crazy, crazy.

Get ready for it.]]> 9 Thu, 17 Jun 2021 18:25:03 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/new-smyrna-fire-close-call.17335/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/new-smyrna-fire-close-call.17335/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator
big Wild fire by my house, lots of smoke and ash. finally contained. it's on the news.

pics from our lake across the street.


]]> 8 Thu, 01 Apr 2021 09:25:35 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/on-april-1-2021-a-new-federal-law-goes-into-effect.17238/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/on-april-1-2021-a-new-federal-law-goes-into-effect.17238/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator This section provides information on Engine Cut-off Switches and propeller safety for both the Recreational Boater and Manufacturers.
On April 1, 2021 a new federal law goes into effect that requires the operator of a boat with an installed Engine Cut-Off Switch (ECOS) to use the ECOS link. The link is usually a coiled bungee cord lanyard clipped onto the operator's person, Personal Floatation Device (PFD) or clothing and the other end attached to the cut-off switch,...

On April 1, 2021 A New Federal Law Goes Into Effect]]> 3 Tue, 26 Jan 2021 02:49:44 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/crews-rescue-missing-man-clinging-to-capsized-boat-86-miles-off-port-canaveral.17051/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/crews-rescue-missing-man-clinging-to-capsized-boat-86-miles-off-port-canaveral.17051/ invalid@example.com (robthetimekeeper) robthetimekeeper Crews rescue missing man clinging to capsized boat 86 miles off Port Canaveral

This dummy went offshore alone without filing a float plan. He can afford a 32 foot boat and a marina slip but not an EPIRB? He is one lucky idiot.

https://www.clickorlando.com/news/2...zed-boat-86-miles-offshore-of-port-canaveral/]]> 5 Sat, 14 Nov 2020 15:43:21 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/open-carry-while-fishing-and-going-to-and-from-destination.16950/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/open-carry-while-fishing-and-going-to-and-from-destination.16950/ invalid@example.com (Jeepster) Jeepster 2 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 18:54:58 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/florida-sheriff-warns-rioters-that-his-residents-are-armed.16698/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/florida-sheriff-warns-rioters-that-his-residents-are-armed.16698/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator Florida Sheriff Warns Rioters That His Residents Are Armed: 'I'm Highly Recommending They Blow You Back Out Of the House'

"The people in Polk County like guns, they have guns, I encourage them to own guns,” Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said at a press conference Monday. “If you try to break into their homes to steal, to set fires, I'm highly recommending they blow you back out of the house with their guns."

Video...

Florida Sheriff Warns Rioters That His Residents Are Armed:]]> 6 Fri, 19 Jun 2020 01:44:22 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/volusia-county-heres-our-latest-covid-19-chart.16737/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/volusia-county-heres-our-latest-covid-19-chart.16737/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator
]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2020 21:01:24 +0100 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/red-snapper-season-2020.16708/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/red-snapper-season-2020.16708/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator Red Snapper Season 2020

NOAA Fisheries Announces Limited Openings of Recreational and Commercial Red Snapper Seasons in South Atlantic Federal Waters


WHAT/WHEN:
Each year, NOAA Fisheries announces the season opening dates for red snapper in federal waters of the South Atlantic, in addition to the recreational season length. For the 2020 season:

• The recreational sector will open...

Red Snapper Season 2020]]> 2 Tue, 10 Mar 2020 22:52:16 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/fwc-announces-10-day-summer-scalloping-window-for-pasco-waters.16482/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/fwc-announces-10-day-summer-scalloping-window-for-pasco-waters.16482/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator FWC announces 10-day summer scalloping window for Pasco waters



HUDSON — For Pasco County folks looking forward to scalloping this summer, the good news is you won’t have to travel to Hernando County and other parts north. The bad news is compared to the nearly three months of open season north, Pasco’s scalloping is limited to a 10-day mini season, July 17-26.

It’s the third year Pasco waters have been open to scalloping, albeit limited...

Fwc Announces 10-day Summer Scalloping Window For Pasco Waters]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2020 16:52:49 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/possible-red-snapper-season-in-the-south-atlantic-region-for-2020.16458/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/possible-red-snapper-season-in-the-south-atlantic-region-for-2020.16458/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator Possible Red Snapper Season in the
South Atlantic Region for 2020



Jekyll Island, GA - March 4, 2020
If a recreational season is allowed this year for red snapper, the season would last for three-days with a one fish per person daily bag limit. That was the word today from NOAA Fisheries, provided during a presentation to the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s Snapper Grouper Committee as part of the Council’s week-long...

Possible Red Snapper Season In The South Atlantic Region For 2020]]> 5 Fri, 21 Feb 2020 04:40:32 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/is-daytona-retail-in-danger-an-analysis-of-local-retail.16342/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/is-daytona-retail-in-danger-an-analysis-of-local-retail.16342/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator Is Daytona Retail In Danger? | An Analysis Of Local Retail
Two retail giants have announced closures and other chains have announced a drop in sales. Could this trend spell danger for Volusia?



https://newsdaytonabeach.com/storie...IeLcBdfjl63QY3KiSk1JLPB-Q6r3ytASJacP3s6aULhqI]]> 3 Thu, 20 Feb 2020 16:11:03 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/500-mangroves-illegally-slashed-in-wilbur-by-the-sea-officials-say.16353/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/500-mangroves-illegally-slashed-in-wilbur-by-the-sea-officials-say.16353/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator 500 mangroves illegally slashed in Wilbur-By-The-Sea, officials say



According to the Mangrove Act, for every illegally altered mangrove tree, Volusia County can impose up to $250 in fines.

Wilbur-by-the-Sea includes street after street of finely manicured lawns, often accented with brightly colored flowers and decorations. Boats and well-maintained cars dot the driveways of S. Peninsula Drive.

But residents are upset by what they call an...

500 Mangroves Illegally Slashed In Wilbur-by-the-sea, Officials Say]]> 3 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 04:14:05 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/hazmat-crew-responds-to-orange-county-gas-station-after-boater-pumps-gas-into-cockpit.16365/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/hazmat-crew-responds-to-orange-county-gas-station-after-boater-pumps-gas-into-cockpit.16365/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator Really Wow

Hazmat crew responds to Orange County gas station after boater pumps gas into cockpit
The man pumped 30 gallons gas into the cockpit, according to fire crews




ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A Hazmat crew had to respond to a 7-Eleven gas station in Orange County after a boater pumped 30 gallons of gas into the cockpit of his 18-foot boat, according to the Orange County Fire Rescue.

The incident happened around 11:35...

Hazmat Crew Responds To Orange County Gas Station After Boater Pumps Gas Into Cockpit]]> 9 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 03:35:42 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/teenage-boy-is-impaled-by-a-needlefish-that-jumped-out-of-the-water-and-stabbed-him-in-the-neck-pi.16356/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/teenage-boy-is-impaled-by-a-needlefish-that-jumped-out-of-the-water-and-stabbed-him-in-the-neck-pi.16356/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator Teenage boy is IMPALED by a needlefish that jumped out of the water and stabbed him in the neck - piercing through the back of his SKULL

An Indonesian boy has required lifesaving surgery after being impaled in the neck by a flying needlefish.

Muhammad Idul was fishing with his parents in Buton waters off the South East Sulawesi province on Saturday when a needlefish jumped out of the water.

The fish's long slender snout sliced straight through the 16-year-old's neck...

Teenage Boy Is Impaled By A Needlefish That Jumped Out Of The Water And Stabbed Him In The Neck - Pi]]> 5 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 14:44:09 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/350-pound-grouper-caught-off-florida-coast-believed-to-be-50-years-old.16341/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/350-pound-grouper-caught-off-florida-coast-believed-to-be-50-years-old.16341/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator 350-pound grouper caught off Florida coast believed to be 50 years old

A 350-pound Warsaw grouper caught off the coast of Florida is believed to be 50 years old, making it the oldest documented fish in a Florida wildlife research program.

Jason Boyll caught the grouper Dec. 29, 2019, in about 600 feet of water with a hook and line in southwest Florida,...

350-pound Grouper Caught Off Florida Coast Believed To Be 50 Years Old]]> 3 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 09:10:50 +0000 http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/multiple-people-injured-after-boat-slams-into-rocks.16308/ http://www.shrimpnfishflorida.com/forums/threads/multiple-people-injured-after-boat-slams-into-rocks.16308/ invalid@example.com (Nautical Gator) Nautical Gator 1 person thrown from boat onto rocks, officials say

(see link for video)
https://www.local10.com/news/local/...lSQ5D8z0zhniUYfcwFh4dw1ZjpPrrg-U4ZwWu7L2u-49Q

]]> 9