How many hurricanes could we see in 2023?
The predictions are out: how many tropical storms, hurricanes, and major hurricanes could we see during the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season? The experts at Colorado State University and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predict a below-average or near-normal season. FOX 35 meteorologist Ian Cassette dives into those predictions.
FOX 35 Tracking The Tropics: 2023 Season Preview
The FOX 35 Storm Team takes a look at how many storms we could see this year, how El Niño could impact this year's season, a new tool that could help protect your home, and a look inside Florida International University's "Wall of Wind."
Why it's important to review your insurance policy before a hurricane
National Hurricane Preparedness Week is the first week of May, a full month before the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1. As part of those preparations, experts recommend you review your insurance policies to make sure you’re covered for any disaster Mother Nature might throw your way.
How to find your Florida evacuation route, evacuation zone before a hurricane
Do you know your evacuation zone?
Person who cut Volusia County's temporary sea walls wasn't just passing by: Officials
The Florida Department of Emergency Management is working to repair tiger dams it had installed along Volusia County’s coastline. Those barriers are protecting homes along the coast from ocean waves since hurricanes degraded the shore. At least, they were, until the FDEM says someone took a knife to them.
Hurricane Ian relief: How to help - FEMA assistance, SBA Disaster loans, Florida Disaster Fund, Red Cross
Information and resources to help people impacted by Hurricane Ian, including FEMA assistance, SBA disaster loan applications, Florida Disaster Fund, and American Red Cross
Army National Guard rescues 150 from elder care center, 75 from Orlando neighborhood
Staff and rescuers lined up the residents at The Bridge Assisted Living, then brought them out to boats with Orange County Fire, or to trucks with the Army National Guard.
Watch out: Fire ants lurking in Orlando floodwaters
Although Hurricane Ian is preparing to leave Florida, the catastrophic impact of the storm remains in and around the entire state.
Hurricane Ian downgrades to tropical storm as it batters Florida with storm surge, flooding
Hurricane Ian Tracker: The tropical storm continues to move across the Florida peninsula. Ian is expected to move into the Atlantic Thursday.
Ambulance trapped in severely flooded streets near downtown Orlando during Hurricane Ian
An ambulance got trapped in extremely flooded streets in the SoDo District of Orlando early Thursday morning as Hurricane Ian lashed the area with downpours and high wind gusts. The system downgraded to a tropical storm on Thursday morning.
Hurricane Ian: Lake County Emergency Information - evacuations, sandbags, shelters, school closings
As Hurricane Ian continues its ways across the Caribbean, it is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane. Florida is within the so-called "cone of uncertainty."
Watch: Naples fire station flooded during Hurricane Ian storm surge
The Naples Fire Department had to push a fire truck out of the station bay Wednesday during a storm surge because the truck may have reportedly caught on fire, according to the Fire Chief.
7 rescued from Key West waters due to Hurricane Ian
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) in Key West were called to rescue several people from waters as Hurricane Ian approached Florida's west coast.
Hurricane Ian: Seminole County announces shelter openings
As of Wednesday at 8:00 a.m., Seminole County has issued an evacuation order for flood prone, mobile/manufactured homes, and persons with special needs. The Seminole County Office of Emergency Management has announced the opening of the following emergency shelters beginning at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday.
Gas stations run dry as people rush to fill up before Ian hits
FOX 35 started reporting last Friday about the potential for a run on gas as people prepare for Hurricane Ian to hit Florida.
Brevard County wildlife preserve relocating animals in preparation for Hurricane Ian
Lina and Jeremy Graves run a wildlife preserve in Brevard County, Florida called Romelia Farms. The farm flooded after a storm two weeks ago and that had them wondering how a hurricane might impact the preserve.
Hurricane Ian response: FEMA using Orange County Convention Center for emergency operations
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is using the Orange County Convention Center as its home base for deploying emergency aid during Hurricane Ian.
Orlando International Airport, Sanford Orlando Airport, Tampa Airport closing due to Hurricane Ian
Flights to and from Florida will likely be impacted this week due to Hurricane Ian. Here is the latest on airport operations and flight information.
Florida utility companies preparing for Hurricane Ian power outages
Florida’s two largest electric utilities have some 22,000 workers ready to address anticipated power outages as massive Hurricane Ian takes aim at the state.
Taping windows before a hurricane: Why experts say you shouldn't do it
As Floridians prepare for Hurricane Ian's impact, there is one go-to "safety" measure many people do: taping their windows. However, experts say it's a bad, and potentially dangerous, idea.