Hurricane Ian Aftermath: Power now restored to most of Florida
Across southwest Florida, people continue the painstaking process of combing through what's left of homes and businesses statewide.
Across southwest Florida, people continue the painstaking process of combing through what's left of homes and businesses statewide.
Tropical Weather Forecast - October 6, 2022
Potential Tropical Cyclone 13 has a 100% chance to form into a tropical cyclone over the next 48 hours and is expected to become a tropical storm by Friday. It has 35 mph winds now but is expected to brush by northern parts of South America over the next few days bringing heavy rain and the threat of flooding. It will then track towards Central America this weekend likely as a Category 1 hurricane. Tropical Depression #12 is still well out in the Atlantic and is expected to weaken to a remnant low over the next day or two.
Potential Tropical Cyclone 13 has a 100% chance to form into a tropical cyclone over the next 48 hours and is expected to become a tropical storm by Friday. It has 35 mph winds now but is expected to brush by northern parts of South America over the next few days bringing heavy rain and the threat of flooding. It will then track towards Central America this weekend likely as a Category 1 hurricane. Tropical Depression #12 is still well out in the Atlantic and is expected to weaken to a remnant low over the next day or two.
Texas ranked 3rd in states most impacted by natural disaster: survey
The devastation of Hurricane Ian and the cost of damages has many wondering what states are most impacted by natural disasters. WalletHub listed Texas third on its list out of all the states.
The devastation of Hurricane Ian and the cost of damages has many wondering what states are most impacted by natural disasters. WalletHub listed Texas third on its list out of all the states.
Biden to storm-ravaged Florida: 'We're not going to leave'
President Joe Biden has surveyed the devastation of hurricane-ravaged Florida, promising to marshal the power of the federal government to help rebuild.
President Joe Biden has surveyed the devastation of hurricane-ravaged Florida, promising to marshal the power of the federal government to help rebuild.
Tropical Weather Forecast - October 5, 2022
There's still a little action in the tropics with one tropical wave south of Barbados and Tropical Depression #12 in the far eastern Atlantic. T.D. #12 is struggling to survive and will likely become a remnant low over the next day or so. The tropical wave is set to push into the eastern Caribbean and brush by Venezuela as it tracks west. It will likely make landfall Sunday around Nicaragua in Central America.
There's still a little action in the tropics with one tropical wave south of Barbados and Tropical Depression #12 in the far eastern Atlantic. T.D. #12 is struggling to survive and will likely become a remnant low over the next day or so. The tropical wave is set to push into the eastern Caribbean and brush by Venezuela as it tracks west. It will likely make landfall Sunday around Nicaragua in Central America.
Florida mom uses plastic bin to protect infant son as Hurricane Ian floods neighborhood
A mother's account of the cataclysmic storm will haunt the Fort Myers, Florida, family forever.
A mother's account of the cataclysmic storm will haunt the Fort Myers, Florida, family forever.
Many still missing in Fort Myers following Ian as debris piles complicate search operations
"Words can't describe the amount of devastation and human impacts and economic impact to this small beachside community," said Fort Myers Beach Fire Chief Ron Martin.
"Words can't describe the amount of devastation and human impacts and economic impact to this small beachside community," said Fort Myers Beach Fire Chief Ron Martin.
Tropical Weather Forecast - October 4, 2022
One tropical wave in the far east Atlantic has now become Tropical Depression #12 with 35 mph winds. It is not expected to threaten anyone. Tropical wave getting closer to the E. Caribbean still has a medium to high chance to develop over the next 2-5 days.
One tropical wave in the far east Atlantic has now become Tropical Depression #12 with 35 mph winds. It is not expected to threaten anyone. Tropical wave getting closer to the E. Caribbean still has a medium to high chance to develop over the next 2-5 days.
Tropical Depression 12 forms in Atlantic
A disturbance in the eastern Atlantic Ocean became Tropical Depression 12 on Tuesday. The system is forecast to become a named tropical storm by Wednesday. The next name on the list is Julia.
A disturbance in the eastern Atlantic Ocean became Tropical Depression 12 on Tuesday. The system is forecast to become a named tropical storm by Wednesday. The next name on the list is Julia.
Harris Co. Pct. 1 Constable Alan Rosen announces Hurricane Ian relief efforts
Houstonians are all too familiar with the destruction that hurricanes can leave behind. Now it's time to help. Constable Alan Rosen with Harris County Precinct 1 announced how everyone can help with recovery efforts in Florida.
Houstonians are all too familiar with the destruction that hurricanes can leave behind. Now it's time to help. Constable Alan Rosen with Harris County Precinct 1 announced how everyone can help with recovery efforts in Florida.
Hurricane Ian has many Floridians questioning local response
The state continues its efforts to restore power and help rescue those stranded in coastal communities after Hurricane Ian.
The state continues its efforts to restore power and help rescue those stranded in coastal communities after Hurricane Ian.
Biden comforts Puerto Rico ahead of Florida visit in wake of Hurricanes Fiona, Ian
Hurricane Fiona caused catastrophic flooding, tore apart roads and bridges, and unleashed more than 100 landslides in Puerto Rico. Biden plans to also visit Florida on Wednesday.
Hurricane Fiona caused catastrophic flooding, tore apart roads and bridges, and unleashed more than 100 landslides in Puerto Rico. Biden plans to also visit Florida on Wednesday.
Rumors, 'disaster sight-seers' slow Hurricane Ian recovery efforts in Lee County
Between rumors that the county is trying to "starve" people off Pine Island to drone pilots trying to get a look at areas devastated by Hurricane Ian, rescue and relief crews are having a hard time getting critical aid to those who need it.
Between rumors that the county is trying to "starve" people off Pine Island to drone pilots trying to get a look at areas devastated by Hurricane Ian, rescue and relief crews are having a hard time getting critical aid to those who need it.
Tropical Weather Forecast - October 3, 2022
FOX 26 is your Gulf Coast Weather Authority and Meteorologist Remeisha Shade shares the latest on what's in our tropics.
FOX 26 is your Gulf Coast Weather Authority and Meteorologist Remeisha Shade shares the latest on what's in our tropics.
Hurricane Gear Test: PowerSmith LED Work Light
Some rechargeable LED lights will work better than others for emergency preparedness. FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson shows what he likes about a compact LED work light with four different modes.
Some rechargeable LED lights will work better than others for emergency preparedness. FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson shows what he likes about a compact LED work light with four different modes.
Tropical Weather Forecast - October 2, 2022
You will not hear the name "Ian" in this tropical update. There are a couple of areas in the Atlantic being watched for tropical cyclone development.
You will not hear the name "Ian" in this tropical update. There are a couple of areas in the Atlantic being watched for tropical cyclone development.
Hurricane Orlene weakens to Category 3 ahead of Mexico landfall
Damaging winds, flooding rainfall and a dangerous storm surge are significant threats as Hurricane Orlene nears popular Mexican tourist destinations.
Damaging winds, flooding rainfall and a dangerous storm surge are significant threats as Hurricane Orlene nears popular Mexican tourist destinations.
President Biden, first lady to visit Florida and Puerto Rico to assess hurricane damage
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will travel to Puerto Rico and Florida this week to survey the widespread destruction caused by hurricanes Fiona and Ian.
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will travel to Puerto Rico and Florida this week to survey the widespread destruction caused by hurricanes Fiona and Ian.
Ian aftermath: At least 47 dead in Florida as long recovery begins
At least 30 people were confirmed dead Saturday as rescuers continue to search for survivors among the ruins of Florida's flooded homes from Hurricane Ian.
At least 30 people were confirmed dead Saturday as rescuers continue to search for survivors among the ruins of Florida's flooded homes from Hurricane Ian.
North Texans who recently moved to Florida thankful they avoided worst of Hurricane Ian
During Andrew Pichardo’s first month as a Floridian, he, his wife, and their 5-month-old baby faced one of the strongest hurricanes to ever hit the United States.
During Andrew Pichardo’s first month as a Floridian, he, his wife, and their 5-month-old baby faced one of the strongest hurricanes to ever hit the United States.