Tropical Storm Henri heads Northeast & Models project Florida's peak of Delta wave

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View In Browser August 22, 2021 orlandosentinel.com Orlando Morning Report Orlando Sentinel - Morning Report - Marquee_Dynamic ADVERTISEMENT   Good morning, it's Sunday, August 22. Today in Orlando, it will be partly cloudy with afternoon showers with a high of 94° and a low of 79°. Get hour-by-hour temperatures here. Henri back to tropical storm ahead of landfall in Northeast Hurricane Henri fell back down to Tropical Storm Henri with 70 mph winds ahead of a projected landfall in New England on Sunday morning. Read More Florida's peak of the delta wave could be days away, university models show Florida is approaching the peak of new infections of the delta wave, in the next few days, according to two models created by university researchers. Read More ADVERTISEMENT Twitter suspends DeSantis press secretary for 'abusive behavior' Twitter on Friday suspended the account of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' press secretary for violating rules on "abusive behavior" after The Associated Press said her conduct led to a... Read More Nearly 200 Caribbean Isle tenants signed up to Toho Water Authority after threat of shut-offs Saturday was the third sign-up event of the week as the Toho Water Authority scrambled to sign up Caribbean Isle tenants as new customers. Read More ADVERTISEMENT Winter Park asks residents to conserve water due to liquid oxygen shortage Winter Park asked customers to reduce water usage by not washing cars and to delay the use of pressure washers. The city also asked residents that use potable water for irrigation minimize... Read More CDC issues warning to not cruise to those at high-risk whether vaccinated or not The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated is guidance Friday to warn those at high risk of severe illness from COVID-19 to avoid cruise ships, whether they've had the vaccine... Read More ADVERTISEMENT We must stop subsidizing the fossil-fuel industry | Commentary Your taxes help pay for fossil-fuel companies that cause pollution. There is plenty that you can do on a personal level, but the bigger problem won't be solved until we urge our leaders to change... Read More COVID-19 vaccine protects like a soldier's armor | Letters Other letter-writers discuss the school mask mandate and the need to support Black-owned businesses. Read More ADVERTISEMENT McKenzie Milton's orthopedic surgeon details the FSU QB's long road back to football FSU quarterback McKenzie Milton and his knee surgeon have shared key moments during Milton's rehabilitation from a devastating knee injury. Their families have become close and the two have formed... Read More UCF's Gus Malzahn needs to channel inner Spurrier in his first season | Commentary UCF coach Gus Malzahn has a good chance to win the Steve Spurrier Award for the top first-year head coach in all of college football. Read More ADVERTISEMENT Ring a bell in honor of Jessie, who worked for women's vote August is a good month to folks such as W.R. O'Neal's and his wife, Jessie Mallory Thayer O'Neal. The 19th Amendment, giving women the right to vote, became official on Aug. 26, 1920, and... Read More Beer, fish, music and salt: 4 unique spa experiences to try From a beer soak to a fish feet cleanse, Central Florida offers a number of unique spa experiences suited for travelers and locals alike. Read More Daily horoscope for August 22, 2021 Check out your daily horoscope here, provided by Tarot astrologers. Read More advertisement Unsubscribe   |   Newsletters   |   Privacy Policy   |   Terms of Service Copyright © 2021 | Orlando Sentinel | P.O. Box 2833, Orlando, FL 32802 ABOUT THIS EMAIL You received this email because you are following the Orlando Morning Report newsletter.