First fall cold front bringing cooler, drier air to Florida

Cooler, drier air is on the way to Florida just one week after Hurricane Milton brought widespread heavy rain and wind to the Tampa Bay area.

Tampa weather | Fall cold front moving in
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FOX 13 meteorologist Valerie Mills has the latest on a cold front moving into Florida, plus how that front will help keep any tropical threats away from the state.

More Floridians consider lifting homes after hurricane season

As thousands in the Tampa Bay area gut their homes and start fresh after this fall’s floodwaters, many are thinking: “How do I make sure this doesn’t happen again?" For some the answer is lifting their entire home.       

First responders honored for service during Hurricane Milton

Many first responders rescued people from high water and damaged homes in the wake of Hurricane Milton. And, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor wanted to make sure they knew they were appreciated Tuesday night. 

SBA halts disaster loans after Hurricanes Helene, Milton as funding runs dry

The Small Business Administration has paused new disaster loans due to a funding shortfall caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, delaying aid for small businesses, homeowners, and renters. FEMA aid remains available.

Tampa weather: Tuesday evening forecast
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FOX 13 News Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says some late night showers are possible.

DeSantis gives 400,000 dollars to Tampa based first responder organizations

Governor Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Tampa on Oct. 15, detailing Florida’s statewide recovery efforts and highlighting specific measures ongoing in Hillsborough County. 

How cold will it get this week? Front to drop temperatures, humidity across Bay Area

Lower heat and humidity are on the way, providing some relief for Bay Area residents, especially those still cleaning up from Hurricane Milton or dealing with power outages.

NHC monitoring 2 tropical disturbances, Florida impacts 'unlikely'

The National Hurricane Center is watching two disturbances in the tropics, which FOX 13 meteorologists say will likely not directly impact Florida.

Cold front to keep Invest 94L south of Florida
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FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber is keeping an eye on several systems in the tropics but stresses that nothing is headed toward the Bay Area. Weber says something is slowing trying to develop in the Southwestern Caribbean and will work its way into Central America. He adds that there is nothing that will bring the system up into the Gulf of Mexico. He is also watching Invest 94L in the Atlantic that is moving west across an environment that is favorable for development. According to Weber a cold front that will cross the Bay Area this week will keep invest 94L south of Florida.

Governor DeSantis announces new aid for Pasco County after Hurricane Milton

The torrential rainfall from Hurricane Milton caused rivers in the Tampa Bay area to reach historic levels. Neighborhoods in the eastern part of Pasco County faced major flooding, and floodwaters are still lingering in many areas.

How Florida is utilizing the National Guard in response to Hurricane Milton

All hands are on deck in Florida since Hurricane Milton hit the state’s western coast last week, bringing unprecedented rain and wind to the region and devastating communities.

Rare comet lights up the sky, won't return for 80,000 years

A rare comet that won’t be seen for another 80,000 years is visible in the night sky through part of October.

Tampa weather | Sunny ahead of cold front
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FOX 13 meteorologist Valerie Mills has the latest forecast and an update on the tropics.