Tropics are waking up with several areas of possible development
Right on cue with the start of August, the tropics are showing signs of life with a few areas we’re watching in the Atlantic Basin.
Gulfport still recovering from 'triple threat' storms one year after Hurricane Debby
Exactly one year ago, Hurricane Debby brushed by the Tampa Bay area, flooding Gulfport and setting off what would become a relentless storm season.
Tropical depression could form off Southeast coast, central Atlantic later this week
Tropical Storm Dexter is continuing to move away from the U.S., but the National Hurricane Center (NHC) is continuing to monitor an area of disturbed weather off the Southeast coast and in the central Atlantic Ocean that could develop into tropical depressions later this week or this weekend.
Tropical Storm Dexter forms, NHC monitoring 2 other areas in Atlantic for possible development
Tropical Storm Dexter formed in the Atlantic late Sunday – and while it's moving away from the U.S., the National Hurricane Center is also watching two other areas for possible development.
My Safe Florida Home grant program reopens Monday. Here's how to apply
After a year-long wait, the application portal for the state's popular My Safe Florida Home grant program is reopening Monday morning.
Lakeland police undergo high-water rescue training to prepare for upcoming hurricane season
After Hurricane Milton caused unprecedented flooding in some neighborhoods last year, the Lakeland Police Department’s dive team is now trained to help rescue people in high water.
Invest 95L could become Tropical Storm Dexter as Southeast braces for flooding rain, no threat to Florida
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has designated an area of disturbed weather off the Southeast and mid-Atlantic coasts as Invest 95L, and forecasters say there is a chance it could strengthen into Tropical Storm Dexter on Sunday or Monday.
Hurricane Gil strengthens in busy Pacific Basin, while Atlantic stays quiet
Hurricane Gil is expected to move west-northwest as it continues its trek into the Central Pacific Ocean.
Hurricane Milton flooding report has Lake Bonny residents calling for infrastructure upgrades
Nearly a year after Hurricane Milton caused devastating flooding around Lake Bonny, the city of Lakeland released a report on the causes and potential mitigation efforts. However, the results are what some homeowners say they feared.
Habitat for Humanity builds hurricane-resilient homes in Brandon for families in need
Habitat for Humanity of Tampa Bay Hillsborough officially broke ground on a new affordable housing community in Brandon, designed to better withstand Florida’s increasingly intense storm seasons.
Hurricane supplies are permanently tax-free in Florida beginning August 1
Many items that should be in a hurricane supply kit will be tax-free starting August 1, 2025.
'We can’t rebuild': Ruskin family stuck after hurricanes and insurance chaos
Nine months after Hurricanes Helene and Milton battered Florida, families like the Kvockas are still displaced. Neil and Nicholle Kvocka bought more than $1 million in property insurance for their waterfront home—yet they’re living in a camper with their two teenagers.
Manatee County seeks input for future of Cortez Marina
Manatee County is seeking input from residents for the future of Cortez Marina.
Pinellas County giving homeowners chance to sign off on $125M beach renourishment project
Leaders in Pinellas County are making one last big push this week to get more homeowners to sign off on a one-time emergency beach renourishment project.
Hurricane relief grants available soon for recreational fishing charters. Here's how to apply
Tampa Bay area recreational fishing charter captains and crews hindered by last year's hurricane season will soon be eligible to apply for recovery grants.
The Venice Theater is on track to reopen by next year after it was severely damaged by Hurricane Ian in 2022
Nearly three years after Hurricane Ian tore through Venice, the city’s beloved theater is nearing a comeback.
Manatee County offering sandbags Friday to help prepare this hurricane season. Here's where to get them
Families in Manatee County can pick up sandbags at a drive-thru event on Friday as part of the county's effort to help residents prepare this hurricane season.
Bay Area non-profits can point small businesses to unknown resources for post-storm help
Help can come from places you may not think of looking at, and a Riverview studio owner is hoping to spread the word in case other small business owners need help this storm season.
Hurricane cleanup on spoil island yields more than two and a half tons of debris
Almost 3 tons of debris cleaned off Hernando Channel spoil islands
More heavy rain, strong storms possible Tuesday as Invest 93L moves across Florida
A potential tropical disturbance dubbed Invest 93L will continue bringing heavy rain and strong storms to the Tampa Bay area as it moves west over Florida on Tuesday.