Isaac, Joyce weaken as new storms form | Tropical Update
Atlantic basin remains super active with 5 systems that we are closely tracking. Tropical Storm Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are still churning in the central Atlantic but are expected to stay out to sea and gradually weaken. A tropical wave being monitored in the eastern Atlantic is now Tropical Depression 12. This system will likely become tropical storm Kirk soon. Another tropical wave near the west coast of Africa has a low 30% chance to become a tropical system over the next 7 days. A broad area of low pressure has formed in the western Caribbean and NHC says a tropical depression or storm could form over the seven days. This system is expected to push into the Gulf of Mexico by the end of the week. So keep checking back for the latest updates!
Atlantic basin remains super active with 5 systems that we are closely tracking. Tropical Storm Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are still churning in the central Atlantic but are expected to stay out to sea and gradually weaken. A tropical wave being monitored in the eastern Atlantic is now Tropical Depression 12. This system will likely become tropical storm Kirk soon. Another tropical wave near the west coast of Africa has a low 30% chance to become a tropical system over the next 7 days. A broad area of low pressure has formed in the western Caribbean and NHC says a tropical depression or storm could form over the seven days. This system is expected to push into the Gulf of Mexico by the end of the week. So keep checking back for the latest updates!
Next tropical threat brewing in Caribbean with eyes on Gulf as development odds increase
The Southeast is still reeling from Hurricane Helene's deadly punch, but attention will soon need to return to the Caribbean as the tropics’ next act begins to brew, with steadily increasing odds of another tropical system developing within the next week.
The Southeast is still reeling from Hurricane Helene's deadly punch, but attention will soon need to return to the Caribbean as the tropics’ next act begins to brew, with steadily increasing odds of another tropical system developing within the next week.
Another possible tropical system in the Gulf
Post-Tropical Helene continues to wind down over the Tennessee Valley region. There's still a low flash flood risk today from Cincinnati to St. Louis to Nashville. Hurricane Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are still churning in the central Atlantic but are expected to stay out to sea. We are closely monitoring a tropical wave in the eastern Atlantic now with a HIGH 70% chance to become a tropical system over the next week. There's also an area of concern in the western Caribbean where models indicate an area of low pressure may form over the next 7 days. This means another tropical system could be rolling through the Gulf of Mexico by late next week. Right now there's a MEDIUM 50% chance of this happening. Download FOX Local to get the latest updates on a very busy hurricane season!
Post-Tropical Helene continues to wind down over the Tennessee Valley region. There's still a low flash flood risk today from Cincinnati to St. Louis to Nashville. Hurricane Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are still churning in the central Atlantic but are expected to stay out to sea. We are closely monitoring a tropical wave in the eastern Atlantic now with a HIGH 70% chance to become a tropical system over the next week. There's also an area of concern in the western Caribbean where models indicate an area of low pressure may form over the next 7 days. This means another tropical system could be rolling through the Gulf of Mexico by late next week. Right now there's a MEDIUM 50% chance of this happening. Download FOX Local to get the latest updates on a very busy hurricane season!
Helene latest: Death toll climbs to 56, millions without power
Helene's path of destruction has left at least 56 people dead and entire homes and neighborhoods washed away in the Appalachian Mountains.
Helene's path of destruction has left at least 56 people dead and entire homes and neighborhoods washed away in the Appalachian Mountains.
U-Haul offers free month of storage for Helene victims
Helene has caused more than 50 deaths and brought widespread flooding and destruction to Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas and Tennessee.
Helene has caused more than 50 deaths and brought widespread flooding and destruction to Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas and Tennessee.
Tennessee hospital floods, forcing 'dangerous' helicopter rescue
Catastrophic flooding from Tropical Storm Helene forced a “dangerous rescue situation" at a hospital in northeast Tennessee.
Catastrophic flooding from Tropical Storm Helene forced a “dangerous rescue situation" at a hospital in northeast Tennessee.
Helene makes landfall, watching new area in western Caribbean
Helene is now a Post-Tropical cyclone over Kentucky with 35 mph winds after making landfall Thursday night around the Big Bend of Florida as a Category 4 140 mph hurricane. It has already dumped over 30 inches of rain across parts of North Carolina and is the cause of massive flash flooding across several states. Helene will still bring a flash flood threat across the Tennessee and Ohio Valleys as it falls apart over the weekend. Weather for Houston will be closer to perfect this weekend with pleasant mornings and warm but sunny afternoons. Temperatures will get a bit hotter next week with low rain chances returning Thursday and Friday. Hurricane Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are both in the central Atlantic but are not expected to be a threat to land at this point. Two areas are being monitored with a low 30% chance for tropical development over the next week. One is in the eastern Atlantic and the other is in the western Caribbean. Keep checking back for updates and make sure to download FOX Local on your smart TV for the latest!
Helene is now a Post-Tropical cyclone over Kentucky with 35 mph winds after making landfall Thursday night around the Big Bend of Florida as a Category 4 140 mph hurricane. It has already dumped over 30 inches of rain across parts of North Carolina and is the cause of massive flash flooding across several states. Helene will still bring a flash flood threat across the Tennessee and Ohio Valleys as it falls apart over the weekend. Weather for Houston will be closer to perfect this weekend with pleasant mornings and warm but sunny afternoons. Temperatures will get a bit hotter next week with low rain chances returning Thursday and Friday. Hurricane Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are both in the central Atlantic but are not expected to be a threat to land at this point. Two areas are being monitored with a low 30% chance for tropical development over the next week. One is in the eastern Atlantic and the other is in the western Caribbean. Keep checking back for updates and make sure to download FOX Local on your smart TV for the latest!
Hurricane Helene: 17 deaths reported in the state of Georgia
Hurricane Helene isn’t only expected to damage homes and vehicles; it has already resulted in at least 17 deaths and one injury, with more fatalities and injuries anticipated.
Hurricane Helene isn’t only expected to damage homes and vehicles; it has already resulted in at least 17 deaths and one injury, with more fatalities and injuries anticipated.
Death toll rises as Helene unleashes catastrophic flooding across Southeast, knocks out power to millions
Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida's Big Bend region as a catastrophic Category 4 storm Thursday night, lashing the region with devastating winds around 140 mph.
Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida's Big Bend region as a catastrophic Category 4 storm Thursday night, lashing the region with devastating winds around 140 mph.
Watch: FOX Weather meteorologist rescues woman from rising floodwaters in Atlanta
Van Dillen, a journalist from the Atlanta area, heard a woman's desperate cries for help during Hurricane Helene. She had driven into floodwaters and was trapped in her car before sunrise Friday.
Van Dillen, a journalist from the Atlanta area, heard a woman's desperate cries for help during Hurricane Helene. She had driven into floodwaters and was trapped in her car before sunrise Friday.
Watch: Drone video from inside Hurricane Helene
A drone intentionally steered into Hurricane Helene in the eastern Gulf of Mexico took video of the strengthening cyclone in the hours before its was set to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
A drone intentionally steered into Hurricane Helene in the eastern Gulf of Mexico took video of the strengthening cyclone in the hours before its was set to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Hurricane Helene makes landfall in Florida's Big Bend region near Perry as powerful Cat 4 storm
Hurricane Helene made landfall as an "extremely dangerous" Category 4 storm in Florida's Big Bend region, with maximum sustained winds near 140 mph.
Hurricane Helene made landfall as an "extremely dangerous" Category 4 storm in Florida's Big Bend region, with maximum sustained winds near 140 mph.
FOX donates to Red Cross Hurricane Helene relief efforts: Here's how you can help
FOX has partnered with the American Red Cross to provide crucial support to those affected by Hurricane Helene. Learn how you can donate to help fund shelter, meals, and other recovery efforts.
FOX has partnered with the American Red Cross to provide crucial support to those affected by Hurricane Helene. Learn how you can donate to help fund shelter, meals, and other recovery efforts.
Hurricane Helene an 'extremely dangerous' Category 4 storm on track to Florida
Hurricane Helene has made landfall along Florida's Nature Coast.
Hurricane Helene has made landfall along Florida's Nature Coast.
Where does Helene go after hitting Florida? Southeast, mid-Atlantic could see 'catastrophic' flooding
The large storm will move quickly north, bringing widespread heavy rain, damaging winds and possible tornadoes to major cities in the Southeast and Midwest, including Atlanta, Nashville and St. Louis.
The large storm will move quickly north, bringing widespread heavy rain, damaging winds and possible tornadoes to major cities in the Southeast and Midwest, including Atlanta, Nashville and St. Louis.
Flight disruptions impact Atlanta, Tampa as Hurricane Helene looms
The FOX Forecast Center expects the worst of the weather to be in the Atlanta metro from after midnight Friday morning through sunset.
The FOX Forecast Center expects the worst of the weather to be in the Atlanta metro from after midnight Friday morning through sunset.
Hurricane Helene could bring 'catastrophic' flooding to Southeast, mid-Atlantic
Hurricane Helene is forecast to make landfall along the Florida Big Bend on Thursday evening. It's also expected to impact major cities including Atlanta, Nashville and St. Louis.
Hurricane Helene is forecast to make landfall along the Florida Big Bend on Thursday evening. It's also expected to impact major cities including Atlanta, Nashville and St. Louis.
Live updates: Hurricane Helene forecast to hit Florida as Category 4 storm
Helene strengthened into a hurricane on Wednesday and is expected to strengthen further – potentially becoming a major hurricane – before making landfall over Florida on Thursday. Life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds, torrential rain, and flooding are possible.
Helene strengthened into a hurricane on Wednesday and is expected to strengthen further – potentially becoming a major hurricane – before making landfall over Florida on Thursday. Life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds, torrential rain, and flooding are possible.
Florida prepares for Hurricane Helene
FOX's Olivianna Calmes is in northern Florida with a look at how Floridians are preparing for Hurricane Helene to make an impact.
FOX's Olivianna Calmes is in northern Florida with a look at how Floridians are preparing for Hurricane Helene to make an impact.
Hurricane Helene moving closer to Florida | FOX 26 Tropical Weather Update
Helene is now a hurricane and expected to make landfall in Florida as a category 4 storm with 130+mph winds. Tropical Storm Warnings reach as far inland as Atlanta, Georgia as this powerful storm roars towards the Southeastern US.
Helene is now a hurricane and expected to make landfall in Florida as a category 4 storm with 130+mph winds. Tropical Storm Warnings reach as far inland as Atlanta, Georgia as this powerful storm roars towards the Southeastern US.