Sandbag sites open around Bay Area ahead of tropical system

While mainly South Florida will get the brunt of heavy rain this weekend from a tropical system, some Bay Area governments still want to make sure residents are prepared, especially those living in low-lying areas.

Friday morning tropical forecast
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Meteorologist Dave Osterberg discusses how Potential Tropical Cyclone One will impact the Bay Area vs. South Florida starting today.

Potential Tropical Cyclone One forms in Gulf, to bring heavy rain to South Florida

A disturbance heading for the Sunshine State will bring heavy rain to South Florida, and, at the moment, the forecast shows conditions are not favorable for it to rapidly intensify as it travels through the Gulf.

Thursday tropical forecast
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Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says the current forecast shows a super-soaker event for the weekend down in South Florida as a system makes its way across the Gulf with the potential of becoming a tropical depression.

Survey: Some Floridians would hesitate to evacuate during hurricane season due to high gas prices

Gas costs are expected to remain high through the summer – so emergency managers are sharing how to plan around your wallet. The survey found two in five Floridians or 42% of those surveyed would hesitate to evacuate their homes because of prices at the pump. Residents at a St. Pete hurricane prep expo Wednesday said they aren’t surprised.

Tampa tests drones to improve safety, response time after a hurricane

On Wednesday, several Tampa city employees went hands-on with drones that may be some of the first tools used should a hurricane blow through this season. 

Preparation is key: 2022 Atlantic hurricane season is officially here

June 1 marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season – the one season Floridians do not look forward to, but it's also the time to get ready as officials say it's better to be proactive than reactive.

NWS confirms weak, brief tornado Tuesday in Pasco; cleanup continues

The National Weather Service Tampa Bay confirmed late Tuesday that a "brief, weak tornado" did occur in Trinity. Now, residents must resume their cleanup efforts.