Hurricane Idalia strengthens to major Category 3
Hurricane Idalia is now a "major" category 3 storm on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale. Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 120 mph with higher gusts. Idalia is forecast to become a category 4 hurricane before it reaches Florida's Big Bend coast. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
Hurricane Idalia is now a "major" category 3 storm on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale. Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 120 mph with higher gusts. Idalia is forecast to become a category 4 hurricane before it reaches Florida's Big Bend coast. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
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
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 arrival of Tropical Storm Idalia, which is forecast to become a major hurricane
Florida residents are evacuating from homes in low-lying areas along the Gulf Coast as forecasters predict that Tropical Storm Idalia will hit the state as a major hurricane by Wednesday.
Florida residents are evacuating from homes in low-lying areas along the Gulf Coast as forecasters predict that Tropical Storm Idalia will hit the state as a major hurricane by Wednesday.
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.
Louisiana officials ask people to stop battling massive wildfire with personal hoses
The 12,000-acre wildfire prompted officials to issue mandatory evacuations for parts of Louisiana.
The 12,000-acre wildfire prompted officials to issue mandatory evacuations for parts of Louisiana.
Hot playground danger: Kids could get third-degree burns from equipment
Playgrounds can turn dangerous in the heat when slides, swings, and benches heat up. Temperatures over 118 degrees can cause a first-degree burn, and temperatures over 131 can cause a second-degree burn.
Playgrounds can turn dangerous in the heat when slides, swings, and benches heat up. Temperatures over 118 degrees can cause a first-degree burn, and temperatures over 131 can cause a second-degree burn.
As Tropical Storm Hilary weakens, desert and mountain towns dig out of mud
Officials said Hilary lost much of its force as the storm heads north but warned that more flooding is expected in parts of California.
Officials said Hilary lost much of its force as the storm heads north but warned that more flooding is expected in parts of California.
Amazing bulldozer rescue in Palm Springs area
Tropical Storm Hilary left behind path of destruction in Southern California. One of the hardest hit areas was the Palm Springs area in the Coachella Valley. The cities of La Quinta, Palm Desert, Palm Springs and the county of Riverside proclaimed local emergencies. During a survey of the damage, the SkyFOX helicopter from FOX 11 Los Angeles caught a bulldozer crew performing a rescue in a residential neighborhood. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
Tropical Storm Hilary left behind path of destruction in Southern California. One of the hardest hit areas was the Palm Springs area in the Coachella Valley. The cities of La Quinta, Palm Desert, Palm Springs and the county of Riverside proclaimed local emergencies. During a survey of the damage, the SkyFOX helicopter from FOX 11 Los Angeles caught a bulldozer crew performing a rescue in a residential neighborhood. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
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.
Record rainfall, flooding shuts down freeway
Storm Hilary slammed Southern California over the weekend. It was the first tropical storm to hit the area in more than 80 years. Hilary unleashed record-breaking rains, flooding streets and freeways, shutting down the interstate-10 in Thousand Palms, CA. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke with FOX's Mills Hayes about the aftermath of Hilary. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
Storm Hilary slammed Southern California over the weekend. It was the first tropical storm to hit the area in more than 80 years. Hilary unleashed record-breaking rains, flooding streets and freeways, shutting down the interstate-10 in Thousand Palms, CA. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke with FOX's Mills Hayes about the aftermath of Hilary. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
Flight cancellations mount as Tropical Storm Hilary bears down on West Coast, Southwest
Flight cancellations are mounting as Tropical Storm Hilary is bringing heavy rain and high winds to Southern California and Nevada that could cause catastrophic flooding.
Flight cancellations are mounting as Tropical Storm Hilary is bringing heavy rain and high winds to Southern California and Nevada that could cause catastrophic flooding.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom meets with local leaders, first responders as Tropical Storm Hilary hits state
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office said emergency resources will be allocated across southern California and the Central Valley in response to the storm.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office said emergency resources will be allocated across southern California and the Central Valley in response to the storm.
Rain from Tropical Storm Hilary pounds California and Mexico, flooding roads and trapping cars
Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan says the greatest danger is posed by the water, not the wind, and people should focus on avoiding floods.
Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan says the greatest danger is posed by the water, not the wind, and people should focus on avoiding floods.
Southern California braces for more flooding as Tropical Storm Hilary soaks from coast to desert
Millions of residents expect more flooding and mudslides Monday, even as the storm begins to weaken. Hillary first made landfall in Mexico’s arid Baja California Peninsula on Sunday.
Millions of residents expect more flooding and mudslides Monday, even as the storm begins to weaken. Hillary first made landfall in Mexico’s arid Baja California Peninsula on Sunday.
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.
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.
Tropical Storm Emily forms in the Atlantic Ocean
Tropical Storm Emily formed Saturday morning in the Atlantic Ocean, becoming the fifth named storm of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Tropical Storm Emily formed Saturday morning in the Atlantic Ocean, becoming the fifth named storm of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, according to the National Hurricane Center.