Power restorations in Tampa Bay plagued by downed trees following Hurricane Milton

The fight to get power back on to hundreds of thousands of customers in the Tampa Bay area is now in its fifth day. Those without power are likely victims of trees that have fallen on lines near their homes.

Pinellas schools to reopen this week following Hurricane Milton

Pinellas County Schools released its plans to reopen schools following Hurricane Milton, which closed campuses last week as it barreled toward Florida's west coast. 

Tampa weather: Low humidity across Bay Area
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FOX 13 News Meteorologist Valerie Mills says it will be mostly dry for the rest of the week.

Invest 94L moving through the Atlantic, no immediate threat to Florida

A tropical disturbance dubbed Invest 94L is moving through the Atlantic Ocean and could develop several days from now, but FOX 13 meteorologists say there's a good chance it won't impact Florida.

'Day-to-day basis': Hillsborough announces school closures Tuesday

Hillsborough County Public Schools has announced that it will remain closed on Tuesday, Oct. 14, as it continues to recover from Hurricane Milton's devastating impacts on the region.

Pasco County providing food and water to hurricane victims

Pasco County is looking to lessen the burden of Hurricane victims as residents continue to deal with widespread power outages and seek to reestablish normalcy in the aftermath of Milton and Helene.

Water restored to Sarasota County's Barrier Islands

Sarasota County restored water service on the Barrier Islands on Monday, Oct. 14. A precautionary boil water notice is in place for 72 hours or until water tests are clear.

Tampa weather | Sunshine and calm winds
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FOX 13 meteorologist Valerie Mills has the latest forecast and an update on the tropics.

Tampa weather | Clear skies and cool temperatures ahead
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FOX 13 meteorologist Nash Rhodes forecasts clear skies and cool temperatures in the Tampa Bay region on the heels of Hurricane Milton.

Watch: USPS trucks underwater in New Port Richey after Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton brought record rainfall to western Florida, with some parts of the region receiving up to 16 feet of rain from Wednesday night into Thursday morning. 

Governor calls for increased transparency in storm debris pick up

Governor Ron DeSantis held a news conference Sunday from Treasure Island on Florida’s response to Hurricane Milton.

Florida Highway Patrol says a vehicle is necessary for free gas

The Florida Highway Patrol announced an important reminder to Florida residents looking to take advantage of the ten free gallons of gasoline being offered: You must fill up your vehicle in person to obtain the gasoline.

President Biden tours Hurricane Milton damage in Bay Area

President Joe Biden arrived at MacDill Air Force Base on Sunday morning, met by US Congresswoman Kathy Castor, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, and Hillsborough County Commissioner Gwen Myers.

Gas flowing again from SeaPort Manatee following Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton brought record windfall and wind to the Tampa Bay region, forcing millions of Floridians to flee their homes due to evacuation orders.

Hurricane Milton impacts already-struggling Florida citrus industry

Federal data shows Florida’s citrus crop was struggling before Hurricane Milton, with the damage expected to further exacerbate the challenges that growers now face.