Hurricane Milton death toll rises in Florida
At least 17 people are dead across Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton, two weeks after Hurricane Helene impacted the region. FOX's Connor Hansen has the story on how things are looking now.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
It?s another nice Friday in Southeast Texas. Highs today will reach the low-90s with low end humidity and clear skies. Temperatures will be on the rise this weekend and into Monday. Highs in Houston are expected to reach the mid-90s, but folks in north Texas could reach the upper-90s. Relief is on the way? a dry front sweeps across the region Monday night into Tuesday. Afternoon highs by the middle of next week will reach the low-80s and some spots could be in the 70s. We remain dry through the extended forecast. Milton is now a post-tropical cyclone and will dissipate in the Atlantic. 2.5 million Floridians are still without power in the wake of Milton. No other systems are expected to reach the U.S. for the next several days. Stick with FOX 26 on the free fox local app on your smart tv for the latest tropical updates.
Texas firefighters rally to aid hurricane-ravaged Florida
Texas firefighters are collecting donations and preparing to travel to Florida to provide aid to communities devastated by Hurricane Milton.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Get outside H-Town! Our stretch of beautiful and sunny weather will continue through the weekend. Air quality alert for higher ozone levels will really be the only issue Friday. Loads of sunshine, pleasant mornings and warm afternoons will be the rule for the next several days. As temperatures start to heat up early next week, our next cold front should arrive just in time to give us another taste of fall. Milton has exited Florida and become post-tropical. But there are still millions without power in Florida and several areas with wind and flood damage. No other tropical systems are expected to impact the U.S. over the next few days.
Helene kills 11 members of the same family after mudslide destroys their community
A North Carolina family lost 11 members in a mudslide caused by Hurricane Helene, as rescue efforts continue across the region. Learn how the community is coming together to support survivors and aid recovery efforts.
NOAA honors hurricane hunter by releasing his ashes into the eye of Hurricane Milton
Peter Dodge, a NOAA radar specialist, took one last flight into a hurricane as his ashes were released into the eye of Hurricane Milton, honoring his lifelong dedication to hurricane research.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Get outside H-Town! Our stretch of beautiful and sunny weather will continue through the weekend. Air quality alert for higher ozone levels will really be the only issue Friday. Loads of sunshine, pleasant mornings and warm afternoons will be the rule for the next several days. As temperatures start to heat up early next week, our next cold front should arrive just in time to give us another taste of fall. Milton has exited Florida and become post-tropical. But there are still millions without power in Florida and several areas with wind and flood damage. No other tropical systems are expected to impact the U.S. over the next few days.
Post-tropical cyclone Milton moves from Florida
Post-Tropical Cyclone Milton is now moving away from Florida into the Atlantic. It has lost tropical characteristics but still has strong winds. It caused over 3 million power outages across Florida, produced a big tornado outbreak in central & south Florida and dumped more than a foot of rain! There's still the threat for some storm surge and gusty winds through early evening for parts of the SE U.S. coast. But overall, conditions will be improving for Florida tonight. Tropical Storm Leslie in the Central Atlantic is still expected to track NE away from the United States and gradually weaken. Invest 94-L in the far east Atlantic has a low 20% chance to become our next tropical system. The next name would be Nadine
Houston-area volunteer firefighters go to Florida
Help from the Houston area is heading to Florida as three local volunteer firefighters are going the extra mile. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to the firefighters in Mission Bend.
Hundreds of rescues in Florida after Milton
FOX's Chelsea Torres is in Florida with a look at the flooding post-Hurricane Milton as residents try to make it back home.
Hurricane Milton: Storm surge, reverse surge seen
FOX 26 Meteorologist Allison Gargaro talks more in depth about the storm surge in Florida following Hurricane Milton.
Tornado outbreak in Florida after Hurricane Milton
FOX 26 Meteorologist Allison Gargaro has an update on Hurricane Milton with a focus on the tornado outbreak seen in Florida after the storm made landfall on Wednesday.
Hurricane Milton aftermath: Millions without power as deaths, flooding reported
Milton moved through Florida on Thursday after slamming into the state as a Category 3 hurricane – causing at least five deaths and leaving millions without power.
Concert for Carolina to raise money for Hurricane Helene victims
North Carolina natives Luke Combs, Eric Church, James Taylor and other stars will take the stage in Charlotte to raise money for victims of Hurricane Helene.
Hurricane Milton hampers gasoline supply chain
State and federal officials are working with the oil and gas industry to address supply issues and resume normal operations once it's safe.
FOX partners with Red Cross for Hurricane Helene and Milton relief: How to help
FOX and the American Red Cross are working together to support families affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Learn how you can donate to provide shelter, meals, and recovery assistance.
Hurricane Milton aftermath and damage in Florida
In this episode of Forecasting with Friends, Allison Gargaro talks about the aftermath and damage left behind by Hurricane Milton in Florida.
Hurricane Milton photos: The impact on the Bay Area
Hurricane Milton hit Florida's Gulf coast as a major hurricane, causing devastation as it moved through the Tampa Bay area late Wednesday and early Thursday.
Hurricane Milton: Puppy rescued from rubble left behind by storm after owners go unaccounted for
Amid the devastation left by Hurricane Milton, a puppy named Benji was rescued Thursday morning from the rubble of what was once a home in a Florida mobile home retirement community. His owners are among those unaccounted for.
Does FEMA have the budget for Milton relief?
As FEMA ramps up disaster aid for Hurricane Milton, rumors swirl about funding shortages and diverted relief money. Here's what FEMA is saying.