Similar storm timing, warm and humid Sunday
Isolated showers and storms will linger through the overnight hours and pick up a bit heading into your Sunday morning as temperatures drop to the upper 70s. Sunday afternoon will be very similar as...
View ArticleTropical depression 'could form,' appears to resemble Helene's path, NHC says
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A tropical depression is expected to form sometime this week in the western Caribbean Sea, according to the National Hurricane Center. The area of low pressure resembles a similar...
View ArticleScattered showers continue through the day
Isolated to scattered showers and storms will persist throughout your Sunday and move inland this afternoon. Temperatures start out in the upper 70s with highs rising to around 90 with feels like...
View ArticlePHOTOS: Tampa Bay area devastated by Hurricane Helene
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Tampa Bay residents are left picking up the pieces after Hurricane Helene caused significant damage to the area. Floridians looking for additional resources can visit...
View ArticleFewer showers, similar timing Monday
Isolated showers will develop overnight and into your Monday morning, but will be few and far between. Temperatures will start out in the upper 70s. Highs will rise to the low 90s with heat index...
View ArticleTropical Depression Twelve forms in the Atlantic, could become hurricane this...
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- As Florida's Gulf Coast and several southeastern states grapple with the remnants and loss of life from Hurricane Helene -- a Category 4 storm that made landfall in the Big Bend...
View ArticleWhen do hurricane names get retired?
Video above: Why do so many 'infamous' hurricanes have 'I' names? TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- With nearly two months to go until the end of what was predicted to be a "hyperactive" hurricane season, many...
View ArticleStaying humid with just a few spotty showers today
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) - Spotty rain develops along the coast this morning, and those showers gradually head east. Overall, the rain chance stays about 30% for most of the day. With lingering tropical...
View ArticleGov. DeSantis speaks in Bradenton, Steinhatchee on Helene recovery efforts
BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA) — Gov. DeSantis spoke in Bradenton on Monday afternoon to provide updates on Hurricane Helene's recovery efforts throughout the state. Manatee County has restored 100% of the...
View ArticleDad walks nearly 30 miles through flood debris to walk daughter down the aisle
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) - What was supposed to be a two-hour drive from South Carolina to Johnson City, Tennessee, for his daughter's wedding turned into seven hours by car and another five and a...
View ArticleClearwater Marine Aquarium move manatees after facilities damaged by...
CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) — A pair of manatees in the care of Clearwater Marine Aquarium staff were moved after the facility was damaged by flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. The aquarium said it...
View ArticleDRAMATIC VIDEO: Florida man, dog rescued from sailboat just before Helene hit...
CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida man and his dog were rescued from a sailing vessel in the Gulf hours before Hurricane Helene made landfall last Thursday. A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater...
View ArticlePhotos, videos show more damage from Hurricane Helene across Tampa Bay
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Just days after Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm, Tampa Bay residents continue to see the storm's impact throughout the area. If you have photos or...
View ArticleWhen will hurricane season end?
(NEXSTAR) – The death toll from Hurricane Helene continues to climb days after the storm devastated parts of the Southeastern U.S. Flooding, power outages and closed roadways are also still hindering...
View ArticleHarris and Trump change their campaign plans after Hurricane Helene's...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hurricane Helene’s deadly devastation has scrambled the presidential candidates’ campaign plans, with Kamala Harris returning early from a campaign visit to Las Vegas to attend...
View ArticleShowers fade after sunset, drier mid week
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) - Afternoon into evening downpours will fade quite a bit after sunset. Temperatures will be in the low 80s them eventually cooling into the mid to upper 70s. Expect a quiet night...
View ArticlePHOTOS: Hurricane Helene leaves mounds of sand on Treasure Island and St....
Related video: Pinellas barrier islands set to reopen with additional patrols TREASURE ISLAND, Fla. (WFLA) — Hurricane Helene swept through Florida last week, leaving devastation in its wake. While...
View ArticleShowers fade after sunset, later rain expected Thursday
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) - There's a slight shift in the location of the rain tomorrow and Friday. Showers build toward the Gulf of Mexico in the evening, but the rain chance remains at 40%. Moisture levels...
View ArticleVIDEO: Timelapse footage shows Hurricane Helene hit Florida's Big Bend
HORSESHOE BEACH, Fla. (WFLA) — Timelapse footage captured when Hurricane Helene landed as a Category 4 storm in Florida's Big Bend on Thursday, Sept. 26. The Florida Department of Transportation...
View ArticlePilot flying Helene rescue missions in NC ordered out, threatened with arrest
LAKE LURE, N.C. (WJZY) - When Jordan Seidhom woke up Saturday morning, he saw a Facebook post that tens of thousands of people were commenting on and sharing. A family was stranded on a mountain in...
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