For an explanation of Florida, just look for the Twitter feed of "Florida Man." Basically, someone Googles for "Florida Man" and then posts the stories on Twitter, pretending they're about the world's worst superhero, a guy named "Florida Man."
Almost any news story with a "Florida Man" headline involves an insane, stupid act of some sort.
For instance, top hit on Google News currently:
Florida Man Arrested For FB Post Soliciting $100 Hitman to Kill a CopIf you are in a bind, send up the Bat signal. Do not call Florida Man.