SBA halts disaster loans after Hurricanes Helene, Milton as funding runs dry
The Small Business Administration has paused new disaster loans due to a funding shortfall caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, delaying aid for small businesses, homeowners, and renters. FEMA aid remains available.
Invest 94L: Atlantic system shows growing potential for tropical development, no threat to Florida
In the tropics, we continue to watch two zones of potential development One in the Caribbean has a small chance of development and the one in the Atlantic has a 50% chance of developing
Orlando weather: Bundle up! Cold front rolling in Wednesday
A significant cold front is set to sweep through Florida on Wednesday, bringing cooler temperatures and gusty winds.
Neighbors dig trench to keep St. Johns River floodwaters out of firefighter's home: 'The water keeps rising'
As the water levels of St. John's River rose on Tuesday, some communities started to flood days after Hurricane Milton.
Abandoned kittens saved during Hurricane Milton: How to help
An animal organization in Brevard County has had to rescue more than a dozen kittens abandoned during Hurricane Milton. FOX 35's Esther Bower learned how the kittens are doing, how many have been rescued, and how people can adopt them once healthy and ready.
Seminole County debris drop off: The rules to know
Do you have debris -- trees, sticks, leaves -- from Hurricane Milton that needs to be picked up or dropped off? Each county has its own debris schedule for yard waste. FOX 35 looks at some of the rules for Seminole County that residents need to know.
Florida wildlife also impacted by Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton impacts huge parts of Florida, flooding roads, homes and neighborhoods, knocking out power, and damaging winds that tore through roofs, siding, and toppled trees. But, Florida wildlife was also impacted. FOX 35's David Martin talks with Nature Wildlife Refuge about the animals they've taken in and the care they're providing to them.
'On an island': Seminole County homeowners flood again
Homeowners in Seminole County are dealing with flooding again after Hurricane Ian (2022) and Hurricane Milton (2024).
Miami Dolphins NFL player helps Hurricane Milton victims
Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert grew up in New Smyrna Beach. He returned to Central Florida to help hand out meals, meet people, and sign autographs for those impacted by Hurricane Milton.
Orlando Weather Forecast PM: Oct. 15, 2024
FOX 35's Noah Bergren has a look at the forecast for Orlando and Central Florida on Oct. 15, 2024. He also provides an update on two systems being monitored in the Atlantic and Caribbean.
Owner of dog tied to pole during Hurricane Milton arrested
The owner of a dog, who was found tied to a pole and standing in flooded water during Hurricane Milton, has been arrested and charged with animal abuse. FHP found the dog, now named "Trooper", on Wednesday, hours before Hurricane Milton made landfall near Tampa. The alleged suspect told authorities that he was headed to Georgia to escape the hurricane and admitted to leaving the dog behind.
Florida neighbors preparing for St. Johns River crest
Hurricane Milton is gone, but the rainfall is causing the St. Johns River -- and others -- to rise, which will eventually crest, potentially flooding homes nearby. "How do you prepare for that?" one neighbor told FOX 35. She and neighbors are building a berm to keep the water out and layers of sandbags around their home.
Man accused of tying up dog to pole on I-75 ahead of Hurricane Milton charged: ‘They will face the music’
A man has been arrested and his dog, who troopers say was tied to a pole on I-75 in belly-deep water ahead of Hurricane Milton, is safe at a Tallahassee animal shelter.
Flagler County suffers $18.8 million in damages from Hurricane Milton
Flagler County has incurred an estimated $18.8 million in damages from Hurricane Milton, leading officials to urge property owners without adequate insurance to apply for FEMA assistance.
Operation Blue Roof opens for Hurricane Milton recovery in Florida
The Florida Division of Emergency Management announced today that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District, has launched Operation Blue Roof to help residents affected by Hurricane Milton.
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.
Atlantic system shows potential for development
A system in the central Atlantic has a 60% chance of developing into a tropical depression by week's end, while a low-pressure area in the Western Caribbean has a 30% chance of forming later this week.
Orlando weather: October 15, 2024
FOX 35 Meteorologist Jessica Dobson breaks down todays forecast and the weather as we move through week.
DeLand Middle School limits entryways, plans to bus students in through flooded roadways
Flooded roadways are creating a headache for already-exhausted parents of students at DeLand Middle School.
Astor residents brace for record flooding as St. Johns River rises
Some Astor residents are bracing for more flooding, just two years after Hurricane Ian forced them from their homes. The St. Johns River is expected to reach "major flood stage" next week, leaving many on edge.