Here's how the 'Waffle House Index' measures a hurricane's potential impact
If a Waffle House closes before a hurricane, it is a sign that they expect extremely severe weather and that people in the area should also evacuate.
If a Waffle House closes before a hurricane, it is a sign that they expect extremely severe weather and that people in the area should also evacuate.
Why is the right side of a hurricane more dangerous?
Have you ever wondered why meteorologists say that the eastern side of the storm is the most dangerous? Or call it the "dirty side" of a hurricane?
Have you ever wondered why meteorologists say that the eastern side of the storm is the most dangerous? Or call it the "dirty side" of a hurricane?
‘Go home, Ian, you’re drunk’: Floridians use plywood to tell Hurricane Ian what they think
Florida is in the crosshairs of Hurricane Ian, which is expected to grow into a Category 4 storm by the time it reaches the Sunshine State on Wednesday.
Florida is in the crosshairs of Hurricane Ian, which is expected to grow into a Category 4 storm by the time it reaches the Sunshine State on Wednesday.
Damage reported after Hurricane Ian triggers dozens of tornado warnings in South Florida
Tornadoes spawned from Hurricane Ian wreaked havoc on South Florida Tuesday evening.
Tornadoes spawned from Hurricane Ian wreaked havoc on South Florida Tuesday evening.
Florida OKs driving on certain roadway shoulders during Hurricane Ian evacuation
With more than 2 million people along the Gulf Coast urged to evacuate in advance of Hurricane Ian, Florida Department of Transportation workers cleared highway shoulders in case they are needed to increase the flow of traffic for evacuations.
With more than 2 million people along the Gulf Coast urged to evacuate in advance of Hurricane Ian, Florida Department of Transportation workers cleared highway shoulders in case they are needed to increase the flow of traffic for evacuations.
Pasco residents make final preparations ahead of Hurricane Ian
Pasco County residents spent Tuesday boarding up homes and businesses ahead of Hurricane Ian. Some packed their cars and hit the road while others are still waiting to decide whether to evacuate.
Pasco County residents spent Tuesday boarding up homes and businesses ahead of Hurricane Ian. Some packed their cars and hit the road while others are still waiting to decide whether to evacuate.
Big Cat Rescue in Tampa, seen in 'Tiger King' series, preps for Hurricane Ian
The Big Cat Rescue in Tampa, that was made famous by the Netflix series "Tiger King," is preparing for the impending landfall of Hurricane Ian along the Florida Gulf Coast.
The Big Cat Rescue in Tampa, that was made famous by the Netflix series "Tiger King," is preparing for the impending landfall of Hurricane Ian along the Florida Gulf Coast.
Hurricane Ian expected to become Category 4 storm before landfall over Florida's Gulf Coast Wednesday
Hurricane Ian's track has shifted south of the Tampa Bay area Tuesday evening, but the storm continues to strengthen as it moves toward Florida's Gulf Coast.
Hurricane Ian's track has shifted south of the Tampa Bay area Tuesday evening, but the storm continues to strengthen as it moves toward Florida's Gulf Coast.
Hurricane Ian becomes category 2, prompts hurricane and storm surge warnings for parts of Tampa Bay area
Hurricane Ian is continuing to quickly intensify and has prompted hurricane and storm surge warnings for parts of the Tampa Bay area. The storm strengthened into a category 2 hurricane with winds now up to 105 mph.
Hurricane Ian is continuing to quickly intensify and has prompted hurricane and storm surge warnings for parts of the Tampa Bay area. The storm strengthened into a category 2 hurricane with winds now up to 105 mph.
Hurricane Ian closings list: Walt Disney World, Universal, SeaWorld, Legoland, Busch Gardens
News, information, and updates on theme park operations at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, Legoland Florida, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, ahead of Hurricane Ian.
News, information, and updates on theme park operations at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, Legoland Florida, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, ahead of Hurricane Ian.
TECO changes course, will not shut down power to parts of downtown Tampa ahead of Hurricane Ian
Tampa Electric officials said earlier Tuesday it may need to shut down power to portions of downtown Tampa — including Davis Islands, Harbour Island and Channelside — ahead of Hurricane Ian. However, the utility said later it no longer planned any interruptions in power.
Tampa Electric officials said earlier Tuesday it may need to shut down power to portions of downtown Tampa — including Davis Islands, Harbour Island and Channelside — ahead of Hurricane Ian. However, the utility said later it no longer planned any interruptions in power.
Hurricane Ian evacuees take shelter in Polk County
The population of Polk County is growing because of Hurricane Ian.
The population of Polk County is growing because of Hurricane Ian.
Atlanta Motor Speedway opens campgrounds to those fleeing Hurricane Ian
Atlanta Motor Speedway is opening its camping facility to those fleeing the path of Hurricane Ian.
Atlanta Motor Speedway is opening its camping facility to those fleeing the path of Hurricane Ian.
USF moves home game against ECU Pirates to FAU Stadium
This weekend, the Bulls were supposed to host the ECU Pirates at Raymond James Stadium, but Hurricane Ian has forced the game across the state.
This weekend, the Bulls were supposed to host the ECU Pirates at Raymond James Stadium, but Hurricane Ian has forced the game across the state.
Florida vs. Eastern Washington football game moved to Sunday due to Hurricane Ian
This Saturday's Eastern Washington University football game at the University of Florida has been rescheduled to Sunday due to Hurricane Ian.
This Saturday's Eastern Washington University football game at the University of Florida has been rescheduled to Sunday due to Hurricane Ian.
Florida Publix stores in Hurricane Ian's path set to close ahead of storm
With Hurricane Ian threatening Florida's Gulf Coast as a major category 3 storm, Publix stores in the storm's path are preparing to close early. Locations in affected counties in the Tampa Bay and southwest Florida areas are adjusting their hours, with some stores closing as soon as Tuesday afternoon.
With Hurricane Ian threatening Florida's Gulf Coast as a major category 3 storm, Publix stores in the storm's path are preparing to close early. Locations in affected counties in the Tampa Bay and southwest Florida areas are adjusting their hours, with some stores closing as soon as Tuesday afternoon.
St. Petersburg residents asked to reduce unnecessary water usage during Hurricane Ian
Wastewater officials in St. Petersburg are asking residents not to do unessential tasks that involve water as Hurricane Ian approaches, posing a risk for major flooding.
Wastewater officials in St. Petersburg are asking residents not to do unessential tasks that involve water as Hurricane Ian approaches, posing a risk for major flooding.
How will Hurricane Ian impact the Tampa Bay area? Here's a county-by-county breakdown
The Tampa Bay area will begin feeling the impacts of Hurricane Ian as soon as Wednesday when tropical storm-force winds enter the region. Storm surge and heavy rain are common factors among all counties in the region.
The Tampa Bay area will begin feeling the impacts of Hurricane Ian as soon as Wednesday when tropical storm-force winds enter the region. Storm surge and heavy rain are common factors among all counties in the region.
Ian: Why you should put a quarter in a cup of frozen water during a hurricane
With the threat of Hurricane Ian taking aim at Florida, a Facebook post has a good suggestion for those preparing for the storm and how to keep your food safe.
With the threat of Hurricane Ian taking aim at Florida, a Facebook post has a good suggestion for those preparing for the storm and how to keep your food safe.
Florida military bases brace for Hurricane Ian's impact as ships, aircraft evacuate region
An evacuation order was issued for non-mission-essential individuals at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. Meanwhile, U.S. 4th Fleet ships are departing from Mayport Naval Air Station in Jacksonville.
An evacuation order was issued for non-mission-essential individuals at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. Meanwhile, U.S. 4th Fleet ships are departing from Mayport Naval Air Station in Jacksonville.