Idalia expected to make landfall as Category 4
Idalia is still strengthening and is now forecast to become a Category 4 storm at landfall, according to the National Hurricane Center's latest advisory. Currently, Idalia has recorded maximum sustained winds of 110 miles per hour, one mile per hour less than a category 3 storm. Officials are also warning of "life-threatening" storm surge in Florida's Big Bend area. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke about the latest update with former FEMA official Mark Neveau. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
Idalia is still strengthening and is now forecast to become a Category 4 storm at landfall, according to the National Hurricane Center's latest advisory. Currently, Idalia has recorded maximum sustained winds of 110 miles per hour, one mile per hour less than a category 3 storm. Officials are also warning of "life-threatening" storm surge in Florida's Big Bend area. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke about the latest update with former FEMA official Mark Neveau. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
Idalia brings high surf to Florida's gulf coast
Hurricane Idalia continues to strengthen as it approaches landfall in Florida's gulf coast. Now, a category two hurricane, Idalia is expected to pick up more speed as its fueled by warm waters. While officials are preparing for heavy storm surge, some surfers in the area took the opportunity to ride the biggest surf they?ve seen in several years. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke with FOX 13 Tampa reporter Justin Matthews about the current conditions at Clearwater beach. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
Hurricane Idalia continues to strengthen as it approaches landfall in Florida's gulf coast. Now, a category two hurricane, Idalia is expected to pick up more speed as its fueled by warm waters. While officials are preparing for heavy storm surge, some surfers in the area took the opportunity to ride the biggest surf they?ve seen in several years. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke with FOX 13 Tampa reporter Justin Matthews about the current conditions at Clearwater beach. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
Why Hurricane Idalia's landfall in Florida during full moon will increase storm surge threat
Hurricane Idalia's storm surge will pack a one-two punch as landfall is forecast to happen on Florida's Gulf Coast during a full moon and high tide for some areas.
Hurricane Idalia's storm surge will pack a one-two punch as landfall is forecast to happen on Florida's Gulf Coast during a full moon and high tide for some areas.
Hurricane Idalia, Hurricane Franklin put on powerful show as seen from space
Satellite imagery from NOAA showed the power of Hurricane Idalia and Hurricane Franklin at sunrise on Tuesday morning.
Satellite imagery from NOAA showed the power of Hurricane Idalia and Hurricane Franklin at sunrise on Tuesday morning.
Florida prepares for Tropical Storm Idalia with lessons learned from Ian: 'Do not focus on just the cone'
There are only a few days left for Florida residents to prepare for the effects of the storm, and Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 33 counties to ensure communities have the resources they need ahead of the storm’s arrival.
There are only a few days left for Florida residents to prepare for the effects of the storm, and Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 33 counties to ensure communities have the resources they need ahead of the storm’s arrival.
Franklin to rapidly intensify into season’s first major hurricane; East Coast to see dangerous rip currents
The Southeast and mid-Atlantic coasts will likely experience big swells and rip currents through the Labor Day weekend.
The Southeast and mid-Atlantic coasts will likely experience big swells and rip currents through the Labor Day weekend.
Tropical Storm Hilary: What's closed, canceled across SoCal
Tropical Storm Hilary forced the cancellation of several events and the closure of parks, attractions, and more across Southern California.
Tropical Storm Hilary forced the cancellation of several events and the closure of parks, attractions, and more across Southern California.
Hilary: Update from governor, other officials
California Governor Gavin Newsom joins the mayor of Los Angeles and other officials to provide an update as Tropical Storm Hilary descends on the southern part of the state.
California Governor Gavin Newsom joins the mayor of Los Angeles and other officials to provide an update as Tropical Storm Hilary descends on the southern part of the state.
Tropical Storm Hilary arrives in California as Mexico copes with its aftermath
Hilary is no longer a hurricane but still carries so much rain that forecasters say “catastrophic and life-threatening" flooding is likely in Tijuana, Southern California and points north as far as Idaho.
Hilary is no longer a hurricane but still carries so much rain that forecasters say “catastrophic and life-threatening" flooding is likely in Tijuana, Southern California and points north as far as Idaho.
Hurricane Hilary: 'This is a storm everyone needs to take very seriously,' NWS says
Even though Hurricane Hilary is expected to weaken, it won’t be disappearing. From the desert to the mountains to the city – 'This is a storm everyone needs to take very seriously," says an NWS forecaster.
Even though Hurricane Hilary is expected to weaken, it won’t be disappearing. From the desert to the mountains to the city – 'This is a storm everyone needs to take very seriously," says an NWS forecaster.
LA Hurricane Hilary: 'Hunker down' & 'Stay off the roads,' National Weather Service warns SoCal residents
High windspeeds and flash floods are the main concerns as Hurricane Hilary approaches Southern California, according to the National Weather Service.
High windspeeds and flash floods are the main concerns as Hurricane Hilary approaches Southern California, according to the National Weather Service.
Hurricane Hilary: Prepare for rain, flooding
Cities across Southern California are preparing for an historic storm. For the first-time ever, parts of the Golden State are under a Tropical Storm Watch. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke about Hilary and its forecasted path with Brandt Maxwell from the National Weather Service.
Cities across Southern California are preparing for an historic storm. For the first-time ever, parts of the Golden State are under a Tropical Storm Watch. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke about Hilary and its forecasted path with Brandt Maxwell from the National Weather Service.
How to prepare for a hurricane
Preparing for a hurricane or tropical storm and gathering your resources before one hits is critical to ensuring your safety and protecting your property. Here is a hurricane preparedness list and some tips to help you get ready.
Preparing for a hurricane or tropical storm and gathering your resources before one hits is critical to ensuring your safety and protecting your property. Here is a hurricane preparedness list and some tips to help you get ready.
Hurricane Hilary: upgraded to Category 3
LiveNOW's Carel Lajara spoke about Hurricane Hilary and its projected path with Rich Thompson from the National Weather Service in Los Angeles. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
LiveNOW's Carel Lajara spoke about Hurricane Hilary and its projected path with Rich Thompson from the National Weather Service in Los Angeles. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
Forecasters now predict 'above normal' 2023 Atlantic hurricane season: Here's why
Forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center (CPC) have increased their prediction for the remainder of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season from a near-normal level of tropical cyclone activity to an above-normal level of activity due to record-warm sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic that are expected to counterbalance the conditions associated with the ongoing El Niño event in the Pacific.
Forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center (CPC) have increased their prediction for the remainder of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season from a near-normal level of tropical cyclone activity to an above-normal level of activity due to record-warm sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic that are expected to counterbalance the conditions associated with the ongoing El Niño event in the Pacific.
Don becomes first hurricane of 2023 Atlantic season
Tropical Storm Don became Hurricane Don on Saturday, marking the first hurricane of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season.
Tropical Storm Don became Hurricane Don on Saturday, marking the first hurricane of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season.
Saildrone deploying record 12 drones to hunt hurricanes in Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico
The dozen unmanned vehicles will be storm chasing in the tropical Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico.
The dozen unmanned vehicles will be storm chasing in the tropical Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico.
Dolphin and her baby rescued after being trapped in pond for 2 years
Video shows a group of rescuers gently capture the dolphins and bring them safely back to the open waters where they belong.
Video shows a group of rescuers gently capture the dolphins and bring them safely back to the open waters where they belong.
Updated Atlantic hurricane season forecast sees busier season despite onslaught of El Nino
NOAA said the impacts primarily stem from increased vertical wind shear, which can prevent tropical cyclones from forming and strengthening.
NOAA said the impacts primarily stem from increased vertical wind shear, which can prevent tropical cyclones from forming and strengthening.
Tropical Storm Bret forms in Atlantic, becoming 2nd named storm of 2023 hurricane season
According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Tropical Depression Three formed over the central tropical Atlantic Ocean on Monday morning.
According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Tropical Depression Three formed over the central tropical Atlantic Ocean on Monday morning.