Sarasota Police recall rescuing Hurricane Helene victims

Before Hurricane Helene, Sarasota Police officers warned residents on land and water of potential impacts and cautioned residents to heed evacuation orders.

A glimmer of hope: Ruskin restaurant committed to staying open after Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene didn’t just strip people along Florida’s southeastern coast of power and utilities, but in many cases, also stripped countless people of their homes and their livelihoods.

'Insurance village' opens for Bay Area residents impacted by Hurricane Helene

Dozens of insurance companies are taking part in an “insurance village" beginning on Friday to help Tampa Bay area residents through the process of filing claims in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

Hurricane Helene: Where the Tampa Bay area stands one week after the storm

It has been one week since Hurricane Helene⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ changed the lives of tens of thousands of people across the Tampa Bay area. 

New Port Richey Hurricane Helene victims bilked by Louisiana hauler accused of illegal dumping: Police

Storm survivors in New Port Richey were victimized again when police say a man charged them to remove Hurricane Helene storm debris and damaged items and illegally dumped them on private property.

Powerful Hurricane Kirk on path to impact Europe

Parts of northwestern Europe are on alert for a significant storm system with origins in the tropical Atlantic.

ZooTampa helps save stranded manatees after Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene’s severe weather conditions and strong storm surges forced communities across southeastern Florida to evacuate their homes for safer grounds, but what happens to animals in Florida’s ecosystem when natural disasters occur?

Florida seniors displaced by Hurricane Helene face 'endless' need for help

Florida's senior population is among the largest in the U.S., and advocates say they are seeing so many displaced by Hurricane Helene who face unique challenges recovering. 

Hillsborough County's 911 call center got upgraded before Hurricane Helene: 'Game changer'

Thousands of people called 911 for help when Hurricane Helene hit, and those calls came through faster than before in Hillsborough County after a recent system upgrade.

Hurricane Helene forces couple to move wedding venue to Florida after devastating NC flooding

A Central Florida couple spent 14 months planning their dream wedding in the mountains of North Carolina. After Hurricane Helene, they had only 36 hours to plan it all again, in New Smyrna Beach.

DeSantis signs executive order to make it easier for voters affected by Hurricane Helene to cast their ballot

Election Day is 32 days away, which means county election officials are busy making sure the voting process is transparent and secure. For those recovering from Hurricane Helene in hard-hit areas, including in Hillsborough County, officials are also ensuring they will have a chance to have their voices heard.

This Florida town has now been hit by 3 hurricanes in 13 months

Amid the devastation, this Florida town has been struck by three hurricanes in just 13 months, leaving residents struggling to rebuild their homes and lives.

Governor DeSantis tours flood-soaked Anna Maria Island

Gov. Ron DeSantis toured Anna Maria Island on Thursday, where residents and business owners are trying to get back on their feet.