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Meteorologists and scientists warn of severe consequences when the satellite data ends July 31.…
June 2, 2025
Huge plume of Saharan dust is headed toward Florida
The dust layer suppresses tropical cyclones, but it can cause health concerns among some people.…
May 29, 2025
Florida plans for hurricane season with less help from feds
The season is only a few days away, but questions remain about how the Trump administration will reshape FEMA.…
May 22, 2025
National Hurricane Center forecasts above-average year
The Hurricane Center predicts six to 10 hurricanes this year with three to five of them becoming major hurricanes.…
April 25, 2025
Scientists say NOAA cutbacks undermine hurricane forecasts
Hundreds of employees at NOAA have been fired, and the Trump administration wants to cut funding for climate work.…
April 23, 2025
Hurricane season is near; Jax Ready Fest will get you ready
Jax Ready Fest offers demonstrations, hands-on learning and interactive exhibits to prepare for any emergency.…
April 11, 2025
NUMBER OF THE WEEK | Hurricane predictions vs. reality
Comparing Colorado State University’s April hurricane season predictions with the actual number of storms each year.…
April 3, 2025
Hurricane season could be busier than usual (again)
Colorado State University is foreasting 17 named storms, nine hurricanes and four major hurricanes.…
April 3, 2025
Beryl, Helene and Milton retired as hurricane names
A hurricane name is retired after the storm causes many deaths or significant damage.…
March 18, 2025
It’s only mid-March, but a tropical system is possible
A tropical system could form in the Atlantic within 48 hours, but forecasters say the chances are low.…
November 25, 2024
2024 hurricane season among the worst for tornadoes
This season ranks third for the most tropical cyclone-induced tornadoes in a hurricane season, over the past 30 years…
November 15, 2024
Tropical Storm Sara unlikely to threaten Florida
The threat of Tropical Storm Sara appeared to dissipate in Florida on Friday, but heavy rain is possible around Wednesday.…
November 14, 2024
Tropical Storm Sara forms; effects on Florida uncertain
Tropical Storm Sara will be a slow-moving storm that will linger in the western Caribbean before emerging over the Gulf…
November 4, 2024
Tropical Storm Rafael forms; watches issued in Florida
The tropical storm is likely to strengthen into a hurricane, but it’s too early to determine its track.…
November 4, 2024
Potential Hurricane Rafael forms in the Caribbean
Tropical Depression 18 has a high potential of becoming the next named storm. Rafael is the next name on the…
October 30, 2024
FPL bills may rise to cover cost of 3 hurricanes
FPL is seeking approval to increase bills by about $13 a month in Northeast Florida.…
October 25, 2024
Hurricane season isn’t over: What to expect in November
Notable hurricanes and tropical storms have developed in November, the last month of hurricane season.…
October 16, 2024
Meteorologists track 2 weather systems, but risks are limited
The National Hurricane Center continues to monitor weather systems in the Atlantic and the Caribbean.…
October 9, 2024
Hurricane Milton bears down on Florida, but risks ease in Jacksonville
The latest on Hurricane Milton’s expected impacts on the Jacksonville area, including shelters and evacuations.…
October 7, 2024
Schools close as Hurricane Milton approaches
Most school districts in Northeast Florida will close this week as Hurricane Milton crosses the state.…
September 30, 2024
Are hurricanes and tropical storms hitting Gulf more often?
After three years of hurricanes barreling up the Gulf of Mexico, battered North Florida residents may feel they are living…
September 27, 2024
Helene cleanup continues; Jacksonville mayor urges patience
More than 257,000 customers in Northeast Florida had no power Friday after Hurricane Helene came ashore late Thursday.…
September 27, 2024
Rescue efforts underway on Gulf Coast; 2 people dead
Many people did not evacuate, remaining in areas hit by storm surge as Helene moved north.…
September 27, 2024
Jacksonville city offices remain closed after Hurricane Helene
Roads flooded, trees toppled and power lines fell around the city. People were encouraged to stay home as crews cleaned…