Helene aftermath: What to do with the new mountains of sand on Bay Area beaches
One major effect of Hurricane Helene is the mountains of sand along Tampa Bay area beaches. Streets in many of the region's beach towns are covered in sand – several feet deep in some spots thanks to record storm surge.
Tampa man providing storm relief in Taylor County accused of stealing from Hurricane Helene victim: PCSO
Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office recently arrested a Tampa man they say stole from a man who lost everything when Hurricane Helene made landfall in Taylor County.
Tampa Weather | Steamy with some showers
FOX 13 meteorologist Valerie Mills has the latest on our forecast.
Governor Ron DeSantis gives update on Helene recovery: ‘There’s a lot of work to do’
Governor Ron DeSantis gave an update Tuesday afternoon on Florida's recovery from Hurricane Helene, saying there's still "a lot of work to do."
Hundreds of US troops battle devastation caused by 'biblical' Helene floods
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said Helene has caused unprecedented devastation across the western portion of the state. He emphasized the scale of the recovery ahead, stating: "This will be a long and difficult recovery."
Tropical disturbance could develop and move into Gulf
FOX 13 meteorologist Valerie Mills says an area of low pressure in the Caribbean could develop in the next few days, then move into the Gulf of Mexico. According to Mills, the disturbance could bring heavy rain to Florida this weekend and into next week.
Hurricane Helene devastation could cost up to $34B, Moody's says
Hurricane Helene brought a path of devastation to several states in the Southeast in recent days, which a preliminary estimate by Moody's Analytics says could carry an economic cost in the tens of billions of dollars.
Hurricane Kirk forms in Atlantic, not expected to threaten Florida: NHC
The tropics remain active just days after Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation in Florida and several other states.
Hundreds of volunteers needed for Helene recovery efforts in Manatee County
Manatee County is asking for help from hundreds of volunteers over the next few days in areas hit hard by Hurricane Helene.
FEMA centers in Bay Area offering help in applying for assistance after Helene
Several FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers are open in the Tampa Bay area to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Tampa weather | Rain chances slowly going up
FOX 13 meteorologist Dave Osterberg has the latest forecast and an update on the active tropics.
Two Pinellas schools left with electrical damages after Hurricane Helene
Pinellas County school district leaders met with parents from two schools that will remain closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene, answering questions about what's next for students.
Hurricane Helene leaves many families without their homes
Hurricane Helene upended the lives of many people who don't even know where they are going to go to sleep for the next few weeks.
Hurricane Helene: The 'heartbreaking' damage left behind on Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island was among the areas hit hard by Hurricane Helene. The small island was underwater, with 100% of single family homes seeing 3-4 feet of floodwaters.
Pinellas residents on barrier islands come back to 'war zone' after Hurricane Helene
Sunset Beach residents said they came back to a war zone after Hurricane Helene.
Oldsmar residents picking up the pieces after Hurricane Helene
The waters of Old Tampa Bay in Oldsmar are quiet now, but the sounds along its shores come from hammers and saws. People are removing soaked drywall and putting their ruined furniture and appliances out on the curb.
Pinellas teacher dies in dangerous storm surge caused by Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene is gone, but it left a mark on the Tampa Bay area that will not be forgotten. The barrier islands of Pinellas County took one of the hardest hits, where nine people were killed.
Homeowners affected by Hurricane Helene advised to file insurance claims ASAP
Homeowners affected by Hurricane Helene are advised to file insurance claims ASAP
Join the effort: How you can help Hurricane Helene's devastated communities
Relief efforts are underway, with government agencies and aid organizations like the American Red Cross, Samaritan's Purse, and the Salvation Army providing assistance.
Tropical Storm Kirk forms in the Atlantic, not expected to impact Florida
Days after Florida and the southeastern United States felt the wrath of Hurricane Helene, another tropical storm formed in the Atlantic.