How a Florida hurricane led to historic floods in North Carolina’s mountain towns

Learn how hurricane Helene’s landfall in Florida led to catastrophic flooding in the Appalachian Mountains, including towns like Asheville and Hendersonville, and why this storm was so destructive.

Tropical or subtropical depression or storm could form next week: Here’s what to expect

A tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico is set to bring several inches of rain to the Tampa Bay area in the coming days while chances for the system to develop have increased slightly.

Watch: Dolly Parton announces $2 million for Helene victims

“We’re all here to mend those broken hearts," Dolly Parton told a crowd in a Tennessee Walmart parking lot. “These are my mountains. These are my valleys … These are my people."

Sarasota Police recall rescuing Hurricane Helene victims

Before Hurricane Helene, Sarasota Police officers warned residents on land and water of potential impacts and cautioned residents to heed evacuation orders.

A glimmer of hope: Ruskin restaurant committed to staying open after Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene didn’t just strip people along Florida’s southeastern coast of power and utilities, but in many cases, also stripped countless people of their homes and their livelihoods.

Tampa Weather | Rainy days ahead of us
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FOX 13 meteorologist Nash Rhodes has more on the rainy weather ahead of us.

'Insurance village' opens for Bay Area residents impacted by Hurricane Helene

Dozens of insurance companies are taking part in an “insurance village" beginning on Friday to help Tampa Bay area residents through the process of filing claims in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

Hurricane Helene: Where the Tampa Bay area stands one week after the storm

It has been one week since Hurricane Helene⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ changed the lives of tens of thousands of people across the Tampa Bay area. 

New Port Richey Hurricane Helene victims bilked by Louisiana hauler accused of illegal dumping: Police

Storm survivors in New Port Richey were victimized again when police say a man charged them to remove Hurricane Helene storm debris and damaged items and illegally dumped them on private property.

Tampa weather | Another round of PM storms
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FOX 13 meteorologist Jim Weber has the latest forecast and an update on tropical activity that could bring big downpours to the Bay Area in the coming days.

Tropical downpours expected over the next few days
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FOX 13 meteorologist Jim Weber is tracking a very active tropics. The Bay Area could see a lot of rain from a system circulating in the Gulf of Mexico.

Powerful Hurricane Kirk on path to impact Europe

Parts of northwestern Europe are on alert for a significant storm system with origins in the tropical Atlantic.

ZooTampa helps save stranded manatees after Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene’s severe weather conditions and strong storm surges forced communities across southeastern Florida to evacuate their homes for safer grounds, but what happens to animals in Florida’s ecosystem when natural disasters occur?

Tampa weather | Hot with late storms
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FOX 13 meteorologist Valerie Mills has the latest forecast and an update on the tropics.

Florida seniors displaced by Hurricane Helene face 'endless' need for help

Florida's senior population is among the largest in the U.S., and advocates say they are seeing so many displaced by Hurricane Helene who face unique challenges recovering. 

Hillsborough County's 911 call center got upgraded before Hurricane Helene: 'Game changer'

Thousands of people called 911 for help when Hurricane Helene hit, and those calls came through faster than before in Hillsborough County after a recent system upgrade.