How to practice lightning safety while outside
What do you do if you?re outside when a storm rolls in? FOX 13?s meteorologist Dave Osterberg offers best practices in different scenarios, such as if you?re on a boat, in an area where there was no shelter, and how long people should wait after a storm to go outside.
What do you do if you?re outside when a storm rolls in? FOX 13?s meteorologist Dave Osterberg offers best practices in different scenarios, such as if you?re on a boat, in an area where there was no shelter, and how long people should wait after a storm to go outside.
Lightning safety while indoors: Can you shower during a storm?
FOX 13?s Meteorologist Dave Osterberg dives into some of the more common questions when it comes to understanding lightning and how to remain safe while indoors. This includes using a lightning rod, if metal roofs are safe, and if you can you run water while at home.
FOX 13?s Meteorologist Dave Osterberg dives into some of the more common questions when it comes to understanding lightning and how to remain safe while indoors. This includes using a lightning rod, if metal roofs are safe, and if you can you run water while at home.
'It really reduces stress': Non-profit uses miniature horse to give back to others
A Tampa Bay based non-profit decided to use their miniature horse Honey to give back to others.
A Tampa Bay based non-profit decided to use their miniature horse Honey to give back to others.
Tampa Bay Reads: Karin Slaughter's new mystery, "Girl, Forgotten"
International best-selling crime writer Karin Slaughter previews her new mystery, "Girl, Forgotten."
International best-selling crime writer Karin Slaughter previews her new mystery, "Girl, Forgotten."
STEAM for all ages at Museum of Science and Industry
Walter Allen, filling in for Charley Belcher, visited Museum of Science and Industry in Tampa.
Walter Allen, filling in for Charley Belcher, visited Museum of Science and Industry in Tampa.
Golf carts now allowed on downtown Tampa streets; rentals available
They are popular in beach towns, golf communities and subdivisions. Now, golf carts are becoming a much more common sight here in downtown Tampa.
They are popular in beach towns, golf communities and subdivisions. Now, golf carts are becoming a much more common sight here in downtown Tampa.
Satisfy your sweet tooth with Goldmonster Bakery
Charley Belcher spent the morning at Kitchen 24 in Oldsmar with Goldmonster Bakery.
Charley Belcher spent the morning at Kitchen 24 in Oldsmar with Goldmonster Bakery.
Tampa craft ice cream shop lets you make your own soft serve with over 100 ingredients
Oh Yeah Creamery is Tampa’s only create-your-own, craft soft-serve ice cream shop. Owners Dawn and Matt McKean opened Oh Yeah, located near the corner of Platt Street and South Boulevard in May 2021.
Oh Yeah Creamery is Tampa’s only create-your-own, craft soft-serve ice cream shop. Owners Dawn and Matt McKean opened Oh Yeah, located near the corner of Platt Street and South Boulevard in May 2021.
Tony & Lauren Dungy share unique perspectives on living with purpose in new book
The Tampa Bay area is lucky to be called home by people with amazing talents and generous spirits. A couple who falls in both categories visited FOX 13 to showcase their new book, and highlight the struggles and triumphs of children in the area.
The Tampa Bay area is lucky to be called home by people with amazing talents and generous spirits. A couple who falls in both categories visited FOX 13 to showcase their new book, and highlight the struggles and triumphs of children in the area.
Stay active with Florida Half Century Amateur Softball Association
Charley spent the morning with the Florida Half Century Amateur Softball Association in Tarpon Springs.
Charley spent the morning with the Florida Half Century Amateur Softball Association in Tarpon Springs.
Mural of Northeast High player, who died after collapsing on football field, brings awareness to rare disease
A mural, which features Jacquez Welch, greets everyone who files into the Northeast High football field where he collapsed in 2019. It's not only a tribute to his family, but it's also a reminder of how he died and brings awareness to a rare disease that went undiagnosed.
A mural, which features Jacquez Welch, greets everyone who files into the Northeast High football field where he collapsed in 2019. It's not only a tribute to his family, but it's also a reminder of how he died and brings awareness to a rare disease that went undiagnosed.
Jacquez Welch mural honors his past at Northeast High, raises awareness about AVM
Jacquez Welch's mom already cried sad tears, but now it's time for some happy, nostalgic ones. A mural, which features?Jacquez?Welch, greets everyone who files into the football field where he collapsed in 2019. It's not only a touching tribute to his family, but it also is a reminder of how he died and brings awareness to the rare disease that went undiagnosed.?
Jacquez Welch's mom already cried sad tears, but now it's time for some happy, nostalgic ones. A mural, which features?Jacquez?Welch, greets everyone who files into the football field where he collapsed in 2019. It's not only a touching tribute to his family, but it also is a reminder of how he died and brings awareness to the rare disease that went undiagnosed.?
Band made up of retirees hopes to inspire next generation of front porch pickers
A 40-member band made up of retirees entertains the Sun City Center crowd every Wednesday and hopes to inspire the next generation.
A 40-member band made up of retirees entertains the Sun City Center crowd every Wednesday and hopes to inspire the next generation.
Rodin's sculptures on display at Polk Museum of Art
Charley Belcher visited Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College.
Charley Belcher visited Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College.
Great Rides: Sheriff Judd's throwback car and 1936 Chevy Coupe
Erica shared her husband's 1936 Chevy Coupe. The couple take it to every car show. Recently, the staff at the Polk County Sheriff's Office surprised Sheriff Grady Judd with an exact replica of the first patrol car he ever drove.
Erica shared her husband's 1936 Chevy Coupe. The couple take it to every car show. Recently, the staff at the Polk County Sheriff's Office surprised Sheriff Grady Judd with an exact replica of the first patrol car he ever drove.
Temple Terrace Library program helps jump start children's education
Libraries can start a child's love for learning at an early age, and local library's program is helping jump start children's education.
Libraries can start a child's love for learning at an early age, and local library's program is helping jump start children's education.
Hero Golf Tour supports veterans and first responders nationwide
Charley Belcher visited Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club in Dade City.
Charley Belcher visited Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club in Dade City.
Lightning safety: Why standing under trees during a storm is dangerous
Three people recently died when a bolt of lightning struck in a park near the White House. A fourth person was critically injured. Weather officials said it had been nearly 20 years since three people were killed by a single lightning bolt, but like this time and in 2004, victims had gathered under a tree for shelter.
Three people recently died when a bolt of lightning struck in a park near the White House. A fourth person was critically injured. Weather officials said it had been nearly 20 years since three people were killed by a single lightning bolt, but like this time and in 2004, victims had gathered under a tree for shelter.
Reduced adoption fees all month long at Cat Depot
Charley Belcher visited Cat Depot in Sarasota.
Charley Belcher visited Cat Depot in Sarasota.
Tampa police officer thanks actor Gary Sinise for helping him dress for success
A veteran who received a free business suit from the Gary Sinise Foundation got a chance to personally thank the actor for helping him dress for success as he sought employment in the civilian world.
A veteran who received a free business suit from the Gary Sinise Foundation got a chance to personally thank the actor for helping him dress for success as he sought employment in the civilian world.