February 8, 2024
The National Hurricane Center will implement a new experimental cone graphic to display critical watches and warnings for inland counties…
November 30, 2023
Above-normal hurricane season comes to an end
Twenty named storms formed in the Atlantic this season, tied for the fourth-most ever. Seven became hurricanes.…
November 27, 2023
Hurricane season ends quietly, but recovery will take time
For a second consecutive season, Florida took a direct hit from a major storm: Hurricane Idalia. But the season could…
September 26, 2023
How meteorologists are trying to explain weather risks better
Many people didn’t heed evacuation warnings during Hurricane Ian. How can meteorologists help them understand?…
September 21, 2023
Meterologists offer storm advice for the hard of hearing
By working with organizations dedicated to the deaf community, the National Weather Service offers information that could be lifesaving in…
September 8, 2023
Peak Hurricane Season has arrived. How is it looking?
Historically, more than 85% of all major hurricanes form after Aug. 20. The latest is Hurricane Lee, with winds peaking…
September 7, 2023
Online support group helps Floridians with storm anxiety
Peer Support Space gives people a safe place to vent, share their feelings and get solutions to their storm-related anxiety.…
September 5, 2023
Powerful Hurricane Lee likely to form this week
Most forecast models show the storm curving north next week without reaching Florida, but it’s too early to say for…
August 25, 2023
Saturday begins 2nd disaster preparedness sales tax holiday
The two-week holiday allows Florida residents to save on hurricane preparedness supplies.…
August 24, 2023
Tropical system possible in Gulf next week
The National Hurricane Center says a system in the northwestern Caribbean has a moderate chance for development.…
August 21, 2023
Five tropical systems likely to produce at least 1 hurricane
Tropical Storm Gert was named just after midnight, making it the eighth named storm of the season…
August 18, 2023
Publix will no longer make hurricane cakes
The grocery store chain received criticism for the cakes last year as Hurricane Ian battered Southwest Florida.…
August 16, 2023
Forecasters watch three areas in the tropics
Two tropical waves in the central and eastern Atlantic have become more organized today.…
August 11, 2023
NOAA warns of busier hurricane season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has updated its forecast for hurricane season and now predicts above-average storm activity.…
August 3, 2023
Be ready: Hurricane season historically kicks into higher gear in August
Historically, 90% of all hurricanes and 95% of all major hurricanes happen after Aug. 1.…