FOX 13 Tampa Bay FOX 13 Tampa Bay
  • News
  • Weather
  • Sports
  • Good Day
  • We Live Here
  • Contests
  • More
Expand / Collapse search
☰
News
  • Top Stories
  • Local Tampa Bay News
  • Florida
  • National
  • FOX 13 Investigates
  • Consumer
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Seen on TV
  • FOX News Sunday
  • Daily Newsletter
Weather
  • SkyTower Radar Views
  • Interactive Radar
  • Live Webcams
  • Marine Weather
  • Weather Alerts
  • Hurricane Safety
  • Tracking the Tropics
  • MyFoxHurricane
  • FOX Weather
Sports
  • Buccaneers
  • Rays
  • Lightning
  • No Off Days with Scott Smith
  • Weekly Fishing Report
  • High School Sports
  • FIFA World Cup 2026
Good Day
  • Traffic
  • Charley's World
  • Hometown Heroes
  • Extraordinary Ordinaries
  • Recipes
  • First Birthdays
We Live Here
  • What's Right
  • Florida Tonight
  • Dinner DeeAs
  • One Tank Trips
  • Theme Parks
  • Made in Tampa Bay
  • Recipes, Food & Drink
  • Tampa Bay History
  • Care Force
  • Tampa Bay Area Holiday Lights
Watch Live
  • How To Stream
  • Live FOX 13 Newscasts
  • LiveNOW from FOX
  • FOX Weather
  • FOX Soul
  • FOX Live Feed Central
  • NASA TV
Money
  • Consumer
  • Latest Recalls
  • Personal Finance
  • The Economy
  • Small Business
Entertainment
  • Headlines
  • FOX Local Book Club
  • Trending Stories
  • FOX Shows
  • What's on FOX 13
  • Contests
Regional News
  • Orlando News - FOX 35 Orlando
  • Gainesville News - FOX 51 Gainesville
  • Atlanta News - FOX 5 Atlanta
About Us
  • Meet the FOX 13 team
  • TV Listings
  • Jobs & Internships
  • WTVT History
  • Closed Captioning
  • FCC Public File
  • FCC Applications
  • Contact Us

Wildfires

Disney unveils plans for new $5 million park coming to California next year

Disney unveils plans for new $5 million park coming to California next year

The park will be revitalized by Disney’s Imagineers and is anticipated to reopen in 2026 with a new community center and an enhanced playground.

November 19, 2025 11:56am EST
Jonathan Rinderknecht: Palisades Fire suspect denied bond, moved to Florida 5 months ago

Jonathan Rinderknecht: Palisades Fire suspect denied bond, moved to Florida 5 months ago

Jonathan Rinderknecht, the 29-year-old man charged with starting what became the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California, was in federal court in Orlando on Thursday. 

October 9, 2025 1:10pm EDT
'Bambi Bucket' plays critical role in fighting brush fires in Hillsborough County

'Bambi Bucket' plays critical role in fighting brush fires in Hillsborough County

It's a strange-looking contraption attached to a helicopter: a Bambi Bucket. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office uses Bambi Buckets to assist in fighting remote fires.

July 31, 2025 7:59am EDT
Historic lodge on the Grand Canyon's North Rim has been destroyed by wildfire, park official says

Historic lodge on the Grand Canyon's North Rim has been destroyed by wildfire, park official says

The Grand Canyon Lodge, the only lodging inside the park at the North Rim, was consumed by the flames, park Superintendent Ed Keable told park residents, staff and others in a meeting Sunday morning.

July 29, 2025 8:56am EDT
Watch: Huge 'firenado' swirls over Utah wildfire

Watch: Huge 'firenado' swirls over Utah wildfire

The Deer Creek Fire has grown to over 11,000 acres as of July 14.

July 14, 2025 9:49pm EDT
California firefighters rescue 8 puppies from blaze

California firefighters rescue 8 puppies from blaze

Firefighters found "eight little pups" hiding in a den as they extinguished a brush fire in Southern California this week.

June 26, 2025 12:34pm EDT
Canadian wildfires cause haze, poor air across central, eastern US

Canadian wildfires cause haze, poor air across central, eastern US

A series of wildfires burning across central Canada have sent smoke billowing into the U.S. over the past several days.

June 2, 2025 11:56am EDT
Crews battle more than a dozen fires across Tampa Bay area in the last several days

Crews battle more than a dozen fires across Tampa Bay area in the last several days

The Florida Forest Service said it responded to more than a dozen wildfires across parts of the Tampa Bay area over Memorial Day Weekend. Fire officials said recent weather conditions have played a big role in recent fires.

May 27, 2025 6:13pm EDT
Florida Forest Service expects busy summer as experts predict prolonged dry season

Florida Forest Service expects busy summer as experts predict prolonged dry season

Firefighters and wildfire mitigation specialists are working hard to prevent brush fires from getting out of control as the state is in the midst of its peak drought season.

April 30, 2025 8:49pm EDT
Hillsborough County issues burn ban as warm temperatures, dry conditions pose increased wildfire risk

Hillsborough County issues burn ban as warm temperatures, dry conditions pose increased wildfire risk

Hillsborough County issued a burn ban on Friday as warm temperatures and dry conditions pose an increased risk of wildfires, officials said. 

April 25, 2025 5:11pm EDT
Burn ban issued for multiple cities in Polk County due to dry conditions

Burn ban issued for multiple cities in Polk County due to dry conditions

Unincorporated areas of Polk County, along with other cities within the county, are now under a burn ban as dry conditions create an increased risk of brush fires.

April 16, 2025 7:50am EDT
Florida officials warn of busy wildfire season, urge residents to prepare

Florida officials warn of busy wildfire season, urge residents to prepare

Florida's top agriculture official is warning residents to get ready for what could be an especially dangerous wildfire season.

April 10, 2025 3:48pm EDT
Trump administration opens up over half of national forests for logging

Trump administration opens up over half of national forests for logging

A new directive from the Trump administration will open up more logging in national forests.

April 6, 2025 11:06am EDT
Wildfire season peak: Florida Forest Service reminds residents to be alert

Wildfire season peak: Florida Forest Service reminds residents to be alert

From Miami-Dade County to the Panhandle, dry and gusty conditions have created the perfect setting for wildfires to spark and, with not much rain lately, it's easy for these fires to grow.

March 24, 2025 5:21pm EDT
Oklahoma wildfires fueled by high winds, dry weather; 3 killed in Texas dust storm

Oklahoma wildfires fueled by high winds, dry weather; 3 killed in Texas dust storm

High winds and dry weather fueled wildfires in Oklahoma and Texas, with winds so strong they toppled several semis.

March 15, 2025 11:01am EDT
Florida sends team to South Carolina to help fight wildfires

Florida sends team to South Carolina to help fight wildfires

The Florida Forest Service is sending dozens of workers to South Carolina to help fight a series of ongoing wildfires, Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced.

March 5, 2025 8:20am EST
Myrtle Beach fires force residents to flee homes as blazes erupt along Eastern Seaboard

Myrtle Beach fires force residents to flee homes as blazes erupt along Eastern Seaboard

Larger wildfires were reported in areas such as Mott State Park in New Jersey, Polk County in western North Carolina and Horry County in South Carolina.

March 2, 2025 9:01am EST
California woman loses everything in Palisades Fire, except Buddha statue

California woman loses everything in Palisades Fire, except Buddha statue

One month ago, the Palisades Fire ripped through Heather Burnett's apartment, destroying everything -- except one of her prized possessions.

February 8, 2025 8:23pm EST
LA Fires: Couple charged with impersonating firefighters, DA announces

LA Fires: Couple charged with impersonating firefighters, DA announces

Dustin Lee Nehl and Jennifer Nehl have been charged with impersonating firefighters during the LA County wildfires, using fake gear and a purchased fire truck to access the Palisades Fire zone.

January 24, 2025 1:51pm EST
LA fires containment update: Firefighters make gains as windy conditions ease

LA fires containment update: Firefighters make gains as windy conditions ease

Windy weather conditions eased up on Wednesday, allowing firefighters in the Los Angeles area to make gains on battling wildfires. Here's when the Santa Ana winds could return.

January 16, 2025 8:22pm EST
  • Prev
  • 1
  • 2
  • Next

Latest News

Trump says he’s removing National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland

Trump says he’s removing National Guard from Chicago area

Bexar County, Texas, missing teens: 1 found dead, 1 still missing, 1 found safe

Bexar County, Texas, missing teens: 1 found dead, 1 still missing, 1 found safe

Federal government freezes Minnesota child care funding amid fraud investigation

Federal government freezes Minnesota child care funding amid fraud investigation

Disney Cast Member hurt after boulder prop rolls off track towards audience at Indiana Jones Stunt Show

Disney Cast Member hurt after boulder prop rolls off track towards audience at Indiana Jones Stunt Show

New laws taking effect in 2026: What you need to know

New laws taking effect in 2026: What you need to know

Trending

Bay Area mom credits Pasco County school staff's quick response, AED for saving son's life

Bay Area mom credits Pasco County school staff's quick response, AED for saving son's life

Family of Hillsborough teen killed in DUI crash starting scholarship for UF medical students in her memory

Family of Hillsborough teen killed in DUI crash starting scholarship for UF medical students in her memory

Florida cold front may cause iguanas to fall with the temperatures

Florida cold front may cause iguanas to fall with the temperatures

1 killed, 1 injured in Lakeland house fire: PCFR

1 killed, 1 injured in Lakeland house fire: PCFR

1 dead after Port Richey shooting stemming from altercation

1 dead after Port Richey shooting stemming from altercation

Article thumbnail
FOX LOCAL
Stream FOX 13 Tampa Bay for free with FOX LOCAL

Watch local news, weather, and live events on Roku, Fire TV, and more — just search “FOX LOCAL.”

News
  • Top Stories
  • Local Tampa Bay News
  • Florida
  • National
  • FOX 13 Investigates
  • Consumer
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Seen on TV
  • FOX News Sunday
  • Daily Newsletter
Weather
  • SkyTower Radar Views
  • Interactive Radar
  • Live Webcams
  • Marine Weather
  • Weather Alerts
  • Hurricane Safety
  • Tracking the Tropics
  • MyFoxHurricane
  • FOX Weather
Sports
  • Buccaneers
  • Rays
  • Lightning
  • No Off Days with Scott Smith
  • Weekly Fishing Report
  • High School Sports
  • FIFA World Cup 2026
Good Day
  • Traffic
  • Charley's World
  • Hometown Heroes
  • Extraordinary Ordinaries
  • Recipes
  • First Birthdays
We Live Here
  • What's Right
  • Florida Tonight
  • Dinner DeeAs
  • One Tank Trips
  • Theme Parks
  • Made in Tampa Bay
  • Recipes, Food & Drink
  • Tampa Bay History
  • Care Force
  • Tampa Bay Area Holiday Lights
Watch Live
  • How To Stream
  • Live FOX 13 Newscasts
  • LiveNOW from FOX
  • FOX Weather
  • FOX Soul
  • FOX Live Feed Central
  • NASA TV
Money
  • Consumer
  • Latest Recalls
  • Personal Finance
  • The Economy
  • Small Business
Entertainment
  • Headlines
  • FOX Local Book Club
  • Trending Stories
  • FOX Shows
  • What's on FOX 13
  • Contests
Regional News
  • Orlando News - FOX 35 Orlando
  • Gainesville News - FOX 51 Gainesville
  • Atlanta News - FOX 5 Atlanta
About Us
  • Meet the FOX 13 team
  • TV Listings
  • Jobs & Internships
  • WTVT History
  • Closed Captioning
  • FCC Public File
  • FCC Applications
  • Contact Us
  • facebook
  • twitter
  • instagram
  • youtube
  • email
FOX 13 Tampa Bay
  • New Privacy Policy
  • Updated Terms of Use
  • Your Privacy Choices
  • FCC Public File
  • EEO Public File
  • About Us
  • Jobs at FOX 13
  • Contact Us

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ©2026 FOX Television Stations