St. Petersburg to waive home repair permits after hurricanes

The City of St. Petersburg will waive home repair permit fees for six months after Hurricanes Milton and Helene.

'It's unprecedented': Withlacoochee River expected to crest Thursday

Flooding from Hurricane Milton is ongoing, and on Oct. 16, an evacuation order remained in effect for communities along the Withlacoochee River. The river is expected to soon reach its peak level.

Seven Pinellas parks to reopen Saturday following hurricanes Helene & Milton

Many parks and trails in Pinellas County are set to reopen this Saturday, Oct. 19, after being closed due to damage caused by Hurricane Milton.

Where small business owners can turn for aid after hurricanes

Businesses along Florida’s west coast suffered significant storm damage from Hurricanes Milton and Helene, leaving many facing the daunting prospect of applying for disaster relief loans from insurance companies and the government, but help is available. 

Power outage tracker: How many Tampa Bay area residents are still in the dark?

Hurricane Milton left behind a path of destruction across the Tampa Bay area after making landfall in Siesta Key last Wednesday evening. Many residents are still experiencing power outages, but lineworkers from across the country are working to turn the lights back on.

First responders honored for service during Hurricane Milton

Many first responders rescued people from high water and damaged homes in the wake of Hurricane Milton. And, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor wanted to make sure they knew they were appreciated Tuesday night. 

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.

DeSantis gives 400,000 dollars to Tampa based first responder organizations

Governor Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Tampa on Oct. 15, detailing Florida’s statewide recovery efforts and highlighting specific measures ongoing in Hillsborough County. 

NHC monitoring 2 tropical disturbances, Florida impacts 'unlikely'

The National Hurricane Center is watching two disturbances in the tropics, which FOX 13 meteorologists say will likely not directly impact Florida.

Governor DeSantis announces new aid for Pasco County after Hurricane Milton

The torrential rainfall from Hurricane Milton caused rivers in the Tampa Bay area to reach historic levels. Neighborhoods in the eastern part of Pasco County faced major flooding, and floodwaters are still lingering in many areas.