Lightning strike causes fireworks to explode early at Sanford July 4 celebration

Lightning from a strong thunderstorm hit some of the fireworks prepped for the City of Sanford's Fourth of July celebration, causing them to ignite early and explode, according to Sanford Mayor Art Woodruff.

Tropical Depression 3 forms off U.S. Southeast Coast: Track, forecast, maps

A disturbance off the coast of the southeast United States – east of Florida, near Georgia and South Carolina – became better organized Friday to become Tropical Depression 3. It was previously known as Invest 92L.

Breakthroughs in Science
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FOX 13's Craig Patrick highlights groundbreaking research from Florida's scientific community.

Celebrating July 4 in St. Petersburg
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Fourth of July events got off to a soaking start early Friday at the St. Pete Pier, where two days of events are planned. FOX 13?s Matthew McClellan talked with runners who took part in the "Four Miles on the Fourth" run.

Fireworks safety this Fourth of July
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Tampa Bay area firefighters and doctors are sharing their top safety tips if you’re lighting fireworks for July 4. FOX 13’s Briona Arradondo reports.

Family turning heartbreak into healing
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C.J. Dickey was just 18 years old when he died during his first football practice at Bucknell University. Next weekend, his parents are kicking off a football clinic with a focus on health awareness. FOX 13?s Aaron Mesmer reports.