Tampa Bay area families displaced by back-to-back hurricanes looking for resources
Families across the Tampa Bay area are feeling the effects of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and many who cannot return home because of flooding or other damage are looking for housing assistance and resources.
Mote Marine assesses damage after back-to-back hurricanes, loss of two otters
After two back-to-back hurricanes, it's going to be a long road to recovery, especially for some of the Tampa Bay area's community staples. Businesses and organizations sustained a lot of damage during Hurricanes Helene and Milton, including Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium in Sarasota County.
Tampa Bay area's agriculture industry suffers 'catastrophic' damage from recent hurricanes
The Tampa Bay area's agriculture industry is recovering after suffering "catastrophic" damage from back-to-back hurricanes, state and local leaders said Thursday.
Large algae bloom seen off Florida’s Gulf coast one week after Hurricane Milton
Water quality experts are keeping a close eye on the Tampa Bay area's waters after satellite images show a large algae bloom off Florida’s Gulf coast in the days after Hurricane Milton made landfall.
DeSantis announces $1M from Florida Disaster Fund going toward hurricane relief in Town ‘n’ County stop
From damage to homes and businesses, to schools reopening, communities across the Tampa Bay area are looking for places to turn for help after Hurricane Milton.
Tampa Weather | Delightful stretch of weather
FOX 13 chief meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has the updated forecast for the Tampa Bay area.
SBA administrator tours Tampa Bay area as call grow for Congress to approve new funds
The head of the Small Business Administration visited several Tampa Bay area businesses damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Hurricane season is nearing the endgame, but what can we expect in its final weeks?
Despite an average number of storms so far, this season has the potential to rank among the top four destructive in U.S. history. But hurricane season still has about six weeks left -- what more can we expect?
Tampa weather | Mostly sunny with low humidity
FOX 13 meteorologist Jim Weber has the latest forecast.
2 systems being monitored in tropics
FOX 13 meteorologist Jim Weber is tracking the tropics.
Tropical disturbances staying away from Florida, development chances drop
The National Hurricane Center continues to watch two areas of interest in the tropics, but development chances remain low and neither wave is likely to impact Florida.
Tampa weather | Staying dry with lower temps
FOX 13 meteorologist Nash Rhodes has the latest forecast.
Tavares couple found dead in home; possible carbon monoxide poisoning from generator, officials says
A Central Florida couple was found dead inside their home at the Tiki Village Mobile Park, with police suspecting a generator as the cause.
Milton aftermath: Finding reputable contractors for storm damage repairs
Many Tampa Bay area residents have some long weeks ahead cleaning up after Hurricane Milton, and they'll need to find a good company to do roof work, damage restoration and other home repairs.
Hurricanes severely damage Pinellas Hope’s complex for homeless community
The punches from Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton took a toll on families across the Bay Area. It's also severely impacted our charities.
Tampa councilman calls for investigation into University Area, North Tampa flooding: 'What went wrong?'
Parts of North Tampa and the University Area that don’t typically flood are just starting to clean up from devastating flooding after Hurricane Milton. Residents in the area said it took days for the floodwaters to recede.
Residents in St. Pete community devastated after Hurricane Milton: 'We're just in survival mode'
The clock still ticks in Marilyn Alberts’ bedroom, but time has stood still for her and her neighbors in Pinewood Village in St. Petersburg for the past three weeks.
St. Petersburg to waive home repair permits after hurricanes
The City of St. Petersburg will waive home repair permit fees for six months after Hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Weather | cold front sweeps Tampa Bay Region
FOX 13 meteorologist Paul Dellegatto reports that the Tampa Bay region is experiencing a cold front, with temperatures hovering around the low 70's.
'It's unprecedented': Withlacoochee River expected to crest Thursday
Flooding from Hurricane Milton is ongoing, and on Oct. 16, an evacuation order remained in effect for communities along the Withlacoochee River. The river is expected to soon reach its peak level.