DeSantis gives 400,000 dollars to Tampa based first responder organizations
Governor Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Tampa on Oct. 15, detailing Florida’s statewide recovery efforts and highlighting specific measures ongoing in Hillsborough County.
How cold will it get this week? Front to drop temperatures, humidity across Bay Area
Lower heat and humidity are on the way, providing some relief for Bay Area residents, especially those still cleaning up from Hurricane Milton or dealing with power outages.
NHC monitoring 2 tropical disturbances, Florida impacts 'unlikely'
The National Hurricane Center is watching two disturbances in the tropics, which FOX 13 meteorologists say will likely not directly impact Florida.
Tampa weather | First fall cold front on the way
FOX 13 meteorologist Jim Weber has the latest forecast.
Cold front to keep Invest 94L south of Florida
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber is keeping an eye on several systems in the tropics but stresses that nothing is headed toward the Bay Area. Weber says something is slowing trying to develop in the Southwestern Caribbean and will work its way into Central America. He adds that there is nothing that will bring the system up into the Gulf of Mexico. He is also watching Invest 94L in the Atlantic that is moving west across an environment that is favorable for development. According to Weber a cold front that will cross the Bay Area this week will keep invest 94L south of Florida.
Governor DeSantis announces new aid for Pasco County after Hurricane Milton
The torrential rainfall from Hurricane Milton caused rivers in the Tampa Bay area to reach historic levels. Neighborhoods in the eastern part of Pasco County faced major flooding, and floodwaters are still lingering in many areas.
How Florida is utilizing the National Guard in response to Hurricane Milton
All hands are on deck in Florida since Hurricane Milton hit the state’s western coast last week, bringing unprecedented rain and wind to the region and devastating communities.
Rare comet lights up the sky, won't return for 80,000 years
A rare comet that won’t be seen for another 80,000 years is visible in the night sky through part of October.
Nonprofit, St. Pete church teaming up to help those impacted by recent hurricanes
Radiant Church and Convoy of Hope are teaming up on Tuesday to help those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Tampa weather | Sunny ahead of cold front
FOX 13 meteorologist Valerie Mills has the latest forecast and an update on the tropics.
Plant City mobile home community devastated in wake of Hurricane Milton
You didn't have to live along the coast to see damage from Hurricane Milton. The storm dumped so much water across the Bay Area that communities that don't normally flood saw high water seep into their streets and homes.
Hurricanes Helene and Milton leave behind extensive damages in Pinellas County
On Monday, crews were setting up Treasure Island Fire Rescue’s new temporary home in City Hall’s parking lot.
Sarasota mobile home community destroyed in Hurricane Milton: 'I wanted to cry'
If you take one look at the damage left behind by Hurricane Milton at Tri-Par Estates Mobile Home Park in Sarasota, you can see why most evacuation orders begin with mobile home residents. Twisted metal is everywhere in the community as they begin the road to recovery.
Tampa Bay weather | Mostly sunny Tuesday
Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto
'We're at our wit's end': Lakeland community flooded out by Hurricane Milton
Monday marks five days for residents of a mobile home community, and neighborhoods surrounding Lake Bonny have been dealing with floodwater caused by Hurricane Milton.
Tampa Bay Downs delays 2024 opening
Tampa Bay Downs has announced that it has pushed back the opening day of the backstretch to Monday, Nov. 4, because of lingering standing water on the track and damage to barn roofs caused by Hurricane Milton.
Safe and sound: Stingrays removed from Tropicana Field
The Florida Aquarium announced they have moved seven male cownose stingrays from Tropicana Field back to their home at The Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa.
Bay Area arborists working to remove fallen trees after Hurricane Milton brings damaging winds
Tampa Bay area arborists and tree crews have been working nonstop to remove fallen trees after Hurricane Milton brought damaging winds last week.
Power restorations in Tampa Bay plagued by downed trees following Hurricane Milton
The fight to get power back on to hundreds of thousands of customers in the Tampa Bay area is now in its fifth day. Those without power are likely victims of trees that have fallen on lines near their homes.
'This is what our kids deserve': An army of volunteers show up to clean Hillsborough elementary school
Hillsborough County Schools are trying to get their schools ready to reopen their doors to students after Hurricane Milton forced their closures last week and early this week.