Biden to storm-ravaged Florida: 'We're not going to leave'
President Joe Biden has surveyed the devastation of hurricane-ravaged Florida, promising to marshal the power of the federal government to help rebuild.
President Joe Biden has surveyed the devastation of hurricane-ravaged Florida, promising to marshal the power of the federal government to help rebuild.
Tampa Bay area volunteers continue to extend support to SWFL after Hurricane Ian
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, the Tampa Bay area is rallying to uplift our neighbors hardest hit by the storm.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, the Tampa Bay area is rallying to uplift our neighbors hardest hit by the storm.
Call center set up at North Port City Hall brings needed information, hope to those impacted by Hurricane Ian
A training room at North Port City Hall has been transformed into a call center where call takers have provided more than just information, but hope to others impacted by Hurricane Ian.
A training room at North Port City Hall has been transformed into a call center where call takers have provided more than just information, but hope to others impacted by Hurricane Ian.
President Biden surveys devastation in SW Florida caused by Hurricane Ian, meets victims and first responders
President Joe Biden surveyed the devastation of hurricane-ravaged Florida on Wednesday, promising to marshal the power of the federal government to help rebuild as he comforted local residents alongside Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, a potential 2024 foe.
President Joe Biden surveyed the devastation of hurricane-ravaged Florida on Wednesday, promising to marshal the power of the federal government to help rebuild as he comforted local residents alongside Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, a potential 2024 foe.
Florida mom uses plastic bin to protect infant son as Hurricane Ian floods neighborhood
A mother's account of the cataclysmic storm will haunt the Fort Myers, Florida, family forever.
A mother's account of the cataclysmic storm will haunt the Fort Myers, Florida, family forever.
Many still missing in Fort Myers following Ian as debris piles complicate search operations
"Words can't describe the amount of devastation and human impacts and economic impact to this small beachside community," said Fort Myers Beach Fire Chief Ron Martin.
"Words can't describe the amount of devastation and human impacts and economic impact to this small beachside community," said Fort Myers Beach Fire Chief Ron Martin.
Suncoast Animal League sending pet supply caravan to facilities impacted by hurricane
Amid the devastation left behind by Hurricane Ian are the many animal shelters to the south of Tampa Bay that are now scrambling to keep pets safe and healthy. Some have lost everything as others run out of supplies.
Amid the devastation left behind by Hurricane Ian are the many animal shelters to the south of Tampa Bay that are now scrambling to keep pets safe and healthy. Some have lost everything as others run out of supplies.
Temporary bridge to Pine Island gives residents access to mainland, brings fuel and utility workers to area
It's been a week since Hurricane Ian made landfall, and some residents on Pine Island could only reach the mainland by boat – until now. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a temporary bridge is open to the public, allowing power trucks and fuel to reach to the barrier island.
It's been a week since Hurricane Ian made landfall, and some residents on Pine Island could only reach the mainland by boat – until now. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a temporary bridge is open to the public, allowing power trucks and fuel to reach to the barrier island.
What to expect when processing insurance claims after a hurricane or flood
Many folks in Florida and South Carolina are working to rebuild their lives after floods from then-Hurricane Ian wiped out their homes and businesses.
Many folks in Florida and South Carolina are working to rebuild their lives after floods from then-Hurricane Ian wiped out their homes and businesses.
Sanibel Causeway emergency repairs to begin after Hurricane Ian makes it impassable
Governor Ron DeSantis has directed the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to immediately start working on repairs to the Sanibel Causeway, which was destroyed by Hurricane Ian. The bridge sustained major damages during the storm, making the only link between Sanibel, Captiva and the mainland impassable.
Governor Ron DeSantis has directed the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to immediately start working on repairs to the Sanibel Causeway, which was destroyed by Hurricane Ian. The bridge sustained major damages during the storm, making the only link between Sanibel, Captiva and the mainland impassable.
Rescues continue in North Port as floodwater levels remain after Hurricane Ian
In North Port – one of the most hard hit cities in the Tampa Bay area – about 33% of residents still don't have power after Hurricane Ian. Many areas are impossible to reach as floodwaters haven't come down enough yet to make them more accessible.
In North Port – one of the most hard hit cities in the Tampa Bay area – about 33% of residents still don't have power after Hurricane Ian. Many areas are impossible to reach as floodwaters haven't come down enough yet to make them more accessible.
At least 6 Southwest Florida railroad bridges washed away by Hurricane Ian, shutting down major supply lines
The Seminole Gulf Railway is known for its dinner theatre train, but the freight line is a critical loss for the Fort Myers and Naples areas where thousands of homes are damaged and in dire need of materials that are hauled by the railway.
The Seminole Gulf Railway is known for its dinner theatre train, but the freight line is a critical loss for the Fort Myers and Naples areas where thousands of homes are damaged and in dire need of materials that are hauled by the railway.
Fearing death, praying for a miracle: Sanibel Island woman survives Ian's historic wrath
The only thing Lorraine Regan wanted after Hurricane Ian lashed out in a fury last week was to let her kids know she survived one of the strongest hurricanes ever to strike Florida. Now, it will be a tale to tell generations about the harrowing ordeal she lived through.
The only thing Lorraine Regan wanted after Hurricane Ian lashed out in a fury last week was to let her kids know she survived one of the strongest hurricanes ever to strike Florida. Now, it will be a tale to tell generations about the harrowing ordeal she lived through.
Florida mayor accused of hitting man in face with rake during Hurricane Ian cleanup
The mayor of a Florida town was arrested after police said he hit another man in the face with a rake while they were cleaning up a park in Brevard County after Hurricane Ian.
The mayor of a Florida town was arrested after police said he hit another man in the face with a rake while they were cleaning up a park in Brevard County after Hurricane Ian.
Tropical Depression 12 forms in Atlantic
A disturbance in the eastern Atlantic Ocean became Tropical Depression 12 on Tuesday. The system is forecast to become a named tropical storm by Wednesday. The next name on the list is Julia.
A disturbance in the eastern Atlantic Ocean became Tropical Depression 12 on Tuesday. The system is forecast to become a named tropical storm by Wednesday. The next name on the list is Julia.
Achieva Credit Union branch in Pinellas helps employees in SWFL dealing with Hurricane Ian aftermath
Achieva Credit Union said it has more than 70 employees in Southwest Florida. Since the storm, the nonprofit has sent more than 30 generators and volunteers to help.
Achieva Credit Union said it has more than 70 employees in Southwest Florida. Since the storm, the nonprofit has sent more than 30 generators and volunteers to help.
Arrested looters in Fort Myers Beach were in US illegally, Lee County sheriff says: 'Not tolerating it'
Officials in Lee County, Florida, are warning that not all post-Hurricane Ian looters may get off as lucky as the jailed accused scavengers arrested earlier this week — some of whom are in the U.S. illegally.
Officials in Lee County, Florida, are warning that not all post-Hurricane Ian looters may get off as lucky as the jailed accused scavengers arrested earlier this week — some of whom are in the U.S. illegally.
State regulators approve plans to strengthen Florida electric system after Hurricane Ian
Less than a week after Hurricane Ian knocked out power to large swaths of Florida, state regulators Tuesday approved utilities’ long-term plans to try to bolster the electric system.
Less than a week after Hurricane Ian knocked out power to large swaths of Florida, state regulators Tuesday approved utilities’ long-term plans to try to bolster the electric system.
FHP: 2 bodies found in Hardee County after SUV swept away in floodwaters
Authorities say two people were found dead in Hardee County after an SUV was swept away by floodwaters in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
Authorities say two people were found dead in Hardee County after an SUV was swept away by floodwaters in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
Sarasota County school leaders could give superintendent 'emergency power' in response to Hurricane Ian
Sarasota County schools Superintendent Dr. Brennan Asplen announced a plan Tuesday to reopen schools within the next two weeks.
Sarasota County schools Superintendent Dr. Brennan Asplen announced a plan Tuesday to reopen schools within the next two weeks.