Tropical disturbances staying away from Florida, development chances drop

The National Hurricane Center continues to watch two areas of interest in the tropics, but development chances remain low and neither wave is likely to impact Florida.

Milton aftermath: Finding reputable contractors for storm damage repairs

Many Tampa Bay area residents have some long weeks ahead cleaning up after Hurricane Milton, and they'll need to find a good company to do roof work, damage restoration and other home repairs.

Hurricanes severely damage Pinellas Hope’s complex for homeless community

The punches from Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton took a toll on families across the Bay Area. It's also severely impacted our charities. 

Tampa councilman calls for investigation into University Area, North Tampa flooding: 'What went wrong?'

Parts of North Tampa and the University Area that don’t typically flood are just starting to clean up from devastating flooding after Hurricane Milton. Residents in the area said it took days for the floodwaters to recede.

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.

Weather | cold front sweeps Tampa Bay Region
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FOX 13 meteorologist Paul Dellegatto reports that the Tampa Bay region is experiencing a cold front, with temperatures hovering around the low 70's.

'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. 

Tampa weather | Cooler, drier air arrives
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FOX 13 meteorologist Jim Weber shows us how cool it will get Thursday morning as a cold front brings temperatures and humidity down.

Cold front keeps tropical weather away from Florida
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FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber is watching two areas of interest in the tropics that are not expected to impact Florida. One system will likely bring a lot of rain to Central America while Invest 94L will continue moving west. A front that is bringing lower temperatures and humidity to the Sunshine State is expected to produce a strong ridge of high pressure and wind shear, which will steer Invest 94L to the south of Florida. Invest 94L does not have a high likelihood for development, but if it does become something, Weber says it will continue moving west and is not expected to enter the Gulf of Mexico.

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.