Pets rescued after vehicle fire ignites, destroys Brooksville home: HCFR

Firefighters rescued multiple pets after a mechanical issue with a vehicle sparked a fire at a Brooksville home Friday afternoon, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

One hospitalized in Brooksville crash causing ‘major delays’

Commuters in Hernando County are facing delays after a crash at the intersection of Sunshine Grove Road and Jacqueline Road, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Chinese national on U.S. work visa accused of hiding drugs inside hollowed-out candles in Hernando County

A Chinese national who was in the country on a work visa was arrested in Spring Hill after deputies say he had drugs mailed to him from outside the United States, concealed them inside hollowed out candles and intended to sell them.

Bay Area firefighters continue to respond to brush fire calls as parts of region remain under burn ban

The wildfire threat is growing by the day across the Tampa Bay area. It's already keeping firefighters busy in several counties as they work to protect homes and residents from wildfires — and there's been quite a few already. 

Florida man on the run after motorcycle pursuit with troopers ends in woods: FHP

Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for a 51-year-old man after he reportedly fled from a traffic stop, abandoned his motorcycle and ran into woods in Webster early Saturday morning.

Two Hernando County schools closed on Monday

Hernando County Schools announced Hernando High School and Brooksville Elementary School will be closed tomorrow, Monday February 2nd, due to rolling power outages. The school district made the announcement Sunday evening. The district said that closures are out of an abundance of caution.

Brooksville rollover crash on US 41 leaves deputy, driver hospitalized: FHP

A Hernando County Sheriff’s deputy and another driver were taken to the hospital Friday morning after a rollover crash involving a patrol vehicle in Brooksville, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Man arrested for arson, accused of setting Spring Hill home on fire: HCFR

A man is behind bars facing an arson charge after investigators say a Spring Hill home was destroyed Saturday after being intentionally set on fire, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Hernando County issues burn ban amid high wildfire risk

A burn ban was issued Thursday for Hernando County due to worsening drought conditions and an increased risk of wildfires, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Propane explosion in Spring Hill sends 1 to hospital: HCFR

One person was burned in a propane explosion in Spring Hill on Sunday, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue. 

Dirt bike rider hospitalized after serious crash in Brooksville: HCFR

A person was flown to the hospital after they suffered serious injuries in a dirt bike crash Saturday afternoon, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Cold weather shelters opening across Tampa Bay as temperatures drop

Cold weather shelters are opening Tuesday night in Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando and Citrus counties as temperatures are forecast to plunge into the 30s.

4 hospitalized in Brooksville rollover crash on U.S. 41

Four people were sent to the hospital after multiple vehicles were involved in a rollover crash on U.S. 41 in Brooksville Saturday morning, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Local fire officials warn of potential holiday fire dangers

Bay Area officials are warning residents about potential fire hazards related to holiday decorations and batteries that aren’t disposed of properly.