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FPL seeks approval to offset storm costs, looks to collect $1.2B
Read full article: FPL seeks approval to offset storm costs, looks to collect $1.2BFlorida Power & Light customers likely will face increased monthly bills in 2025 after the utility Tuesday requested approval to collect nearly $1.2 billion to cover costs of restoring power after hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton and to replenish a storm reserve fund.
‘Flooding is our new normal:’ Volusia official to propose temporary development moratorium
Read full article: ‘Flooding is our new normal:’ Volusia official to propose temporary development moratoriumVolusia County Chair Jeff Brower said on social media on Saturday that he aims to propose a construction moratorium for the entire county at the next council meeting.
The potential ‘grand finale’ for the 2024 hurricane season
Read full article: The potential ‘grand finale’ for the 2024 hurricane seasonThis could be the end of the hurricane season after one last hard push from our Madden-Julian Oscillation to help alleviate wind shear, dry air, and focus lift over the Caribbean Sea
Here’s where Central Florida rivers, lakes stand with flooding after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Here’s where Central Florida rivers, lakes stand with flooding after Hurricane MiltonA breakdown of the river and lake flood stages we hear about during heavy rain events, and what they mean to you.
‘This is not the time:’ Volusia County officials warn against beach visits post-Hurricane Milton
Read full article: ‘This is not the time:’ Volusia County officials warn against beach visits post-Hurricane MiltonOfficials in Volusia County are asking residents and visitors to stay off of the beach due to debris from Hurricane Milton.
Little Wekiva River fills homes with water in Seminole County neighborhood
Read full article: Little Wekiva River fills homes with water in Seminole County neighborhoodWater from the Little Wekiva River is spilling into the Spring Oaks neighborhood after Hurricane Milton brought several inches of rain to Central Florida.
Here’s when Central Florida theme parks, attractions are reopening after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Here’s when Central Florida theme parks, attractions are reopening after Hurricane MiltonFlorida’s theme parks and attractions are set to reopen following Hurricane Milton’s crossing of the Sunshine State.
VA announces disaster assistance, resources for veterans affected by Hurricane Milton
Read full article: VA announces disaster assistance, resources for veterans affected by Hurricane MiltonThe United States Department of Veterans Affairs announced several resources for veterans who were impacted by Hurricane Milton.
‘That’s America’: Florida man catches fish IN STREET day after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: ‘That’s America’: Florida man catches fish IN STREET day after Hurricane MiltonTwo men caught a large bass on a flooded Orlando road on Thursday as a man on a riding mower came cruising down the middle of the drenched street – a moment of much-needed levity after days of wondering what Hurricane Milton would bring to Florida.
Downed trees block roads in Bushnell as Hurricane Milton moves across Central Florida
Read full article: Downed trees block roads in Bushnell as Hurricane Milton moves across Central FloridaRain and winds are picking up in Sumter County as Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida on Wednesday evening, downing trees and blocking some roads.
Deltona residents brace for possible flooding ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Deltona residents brace for possible flooding ahead of Hurricane MiltonWith Hurricane Milton approaching Central Florida, people living in some Deltona neighborhoods are preparing for the possibility of serious flooding.
Central Floridians rush to stores to buy water, other supplies ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Central Floridians rush to stores to buy water, other supplies ahead of Hurricane MiltonPeople across Central Florida are rushing to stores ahead of Hurricane Milton and some stores are already out of essential supplies like water.
Tracking Hurricane Milton: Cone, spaghetti models, more as storm targets Florida
Read full article: Tracking Hurricane Milton: Cone, spaghetti models, more as storm targets FloridaHurricane Milton presents an increasing risk of storm surge and wind impacts for portions of Florida's Gulf Coast, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Florida Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency for 51 counties ahead of Milton
Read full article: Florida Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency for 51 counties ahead of MiltonGov. Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency for 51 counties, including all of Central Florida, as Hurricane Milton makes its way toward the state.
Another system could move into the Gulf late this week; DeSantis addresses storm concerns
Read full article: Another system could move into the Gulf late this week; DeSantis addresses storm concernsThe National Hurricane Center has highlighted the western Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico for more potential tropical development.
Helene death toll in Florida rises to 11; more than 400K still without power, DeSantis says
Read full article: Helene death toll in Florida rises to 11; more than 400K still without power, DeSantis saysEleven people died in Florida as Hurricane Helene made landfall as a powerful Category 4 storm in the Big Bend region, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Possible tropical development in the Caribbean and Gulf this week
Read full article: Possible tropical development in the Caribbean and Gulf this weekAn area that the National Hurricane Center has identified with a medium chance for tropical development has a high interest because it could become a storm this week in the Gulf of Mexico.
At least 52 dead and millions without power after Helene’s deadly march across southeastern US
Read full article: At least 52 dead and millions without power after Helene’s deadly march across southeastern USMassive rains brought by Hurricane Helene have left many people stranded or homeless as the cleanup begins from the monster tempest that killed at least 64 people.
Amid Helene, this Central Florida county is closing beach parking and discouraging anyone from getting in the ocean
Read full article: Amid Helene, this Central Florida county is closing beach parking and discouraging anyone from getting in the oceanVolusia County’s message for anyone looking to visit coastal parks, drive on the beach and jump in the water during Hurricane Helene? Don’t.
WATCH: Waves from Helene slam Southernmost Point Buoy despite storm’s distance from Florida
Read full article: WATCH: Waves from Helene slam Southernmost Point Buoy despite storm’s distance from FloridaHurricane Helene sent waves crashing into Key West’s Southernmost Point Buoy early Thursday while the storm itself was still hundreds of miles away.
Sumter County prepares for Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Sumter County prepares for Hurricane HeleneSumter County Chairman Craig Estep wants to make sure people in The Villages, Wildwood and all parts of the county have supplies in case they lose power or have other problems due to Hurricane Helene.
Central Florida coastal counties prepare for storm surge impacts from Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Central Florida coastal counties prepare for storm surge impacts from Hurricane HeleneAlthough Helene is tracking along Florida's Gulf Coast, Central Florida's East Coast could still see some big impacts as far as wind, storm surges and potential erosion.
Watch vs. warning: What to know about the different weather alerts
Read full article: Watch vs. warning: What to know about the different weather alertsMuch of Florida is under either a watch or a warning of some kind right now because of Hurricane Helene. Here's the breakdown of each watch and warning that may be issued.
‘That’s our biggest fear is the flooding:’ Winter Springs residents brace for Tropical Storm Helene
Read full article: ‘That’s our biggest fear is the flooding:’ Winter Springs residents brace for Tropical Storm HelenePeople who live near Gee Creek are once again worried about flooding as Tropical Storm Helene makes its way to Florida.
Could Helene shift east like Hurricane Ian did en route to Florida?
Read full article: Could Helene shift east like Hurricane Ian did en route to Florida?The early forecasts from the National Hurricane Center for Potential Tropical Cyclone 9 are reminding a lot of Floridians of the projected path for another recent hurricane, Ian.
Here’s what’s steering the likely Gulf of Mexico hurricane, Potential Tropical Cyclone 9, to Florida
Read full article: Here’s what’s steering the likely Gulf of Mexico hurricane, Potential Tropical Cyclone 9, to FloridaPotential Tropical Cyclone 9 was designated by the National Hurricane Center earlier Monday.
Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 forms and strengthens, warnings issued for Carolinas
Read full article: Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 forms and strengthens, warnings issued for CarolinasThe National Hurricane Center announced that Invest 95L is now classified as a potential tropical cyclone to enable tropical storm warnings along the Southeast coast. There are no tropical threats to central Florida.
Invest 91L is expected to develop into a tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico this week
Read full article: Invest 91L is expected to develop into a tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico this weekA messy cluster of thunderstorms in the southwest Gulf might turn into a tropical system next week.
LIVE RADAR: Another round of heavy rain as a cool front approaches Central Florida
Read full article: LIVE RADAR: Another round of heavy rain as a cool front approaches Central FloridaA few strong thunderstorms are possible and we may see rainfall of 2-4 inches or more in some areas, which could lead to flooding.
‘We don’t go out there:’ Family shares how they stay safe at the beach during holiday weekend
Read full article: ‘We don’t go out there:’ Family shares how they stay safe at the beach during holiday weekendThere's still time left to enjoy the holiday weekend, and should you spend some of that time at the beach, but it's important to keep water safety in mind.
3 areas to watch as the tropics become more active. What you need to know
Read full article: 3 areas to watch as the tropics become more active. What you need to knowAs we head into Labor Day weekend, the tropics are becoming increasingly active. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring three areas for potential development.
Hurricane Ernesto to send big waves and rip current risk to Florida. Here’s when
Read full article: Hurricane Ernesto to send big waves and rip current risk to Florida. Here’s whenHurricane Ernesto will pass hundreds of miles east of Florida, however the large storm will create dangerous beach conditions locally.
National Hurricane Center officially unveils new ‘experimental’ cone
Read full article: National Hurricane Center officially unveils new ‘experimental’ coneThe experimental cone is geared to help highlight the far-reaching impacts of a storm rather than just show the track of the center of the storm.