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Hurricane Otis, a devastating Category 5 storm that struck Mexico's southern Pacific coast last Wednesday, has caused significant loss and disruption. The death toll from the hurricane has risen to 43, with 36 people reported as…

Catastrophic losses like Hurricane Andrew have driven many large national insurers out of the state, leaving Floridians with fewer coverage options. File photo: Harvepino, Shutter Stock, licensed TALLAHASSEE, FL - Florida lawmakers have…

Southwest Airlines officially blamed the issue on unspecified weather and 'ATC' (Air Traffic Controller) issues at Bradley Airport, issuing a brief statement apologizing for the delays, however, some say such a massive amount of…

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking an emergency court hearing to transfer control of the troubled former phosphate processing plant at Piney Point from its owners to avoid another environmental disaster. …

red – the sixth named storm of the season – became a tropical storm on Tuesday, and initially passed through the Dominican Republic on Wednesday, bringing with it up to 8 inches of rain and the potential for flash flooding. Experts say…

Of the 27 people at the top of Amer Fort, 18 of them were immediately killed, with some of them leaping from the structure as the lightning strike hit; most of the victims were young, reports say. Photo credit ShutterStock.com, licensed. …

Social media was flooded with multiple videos of the watery impact of Elsa’s passing upon NYC, including footage of a woman stumbling into filthy, waist-deep water as she was making her way to the gates of the 157th Street No. 1 train…

A flooded street after catastrophic Hurricane Irma hit Fort Lauderdale, FL. File photo: ShutterStock.com, licensed. TALLAHASSEE, FL - In light of a likely direct hit upon his state by Tropical Storm Elsa, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis…

At about 10:30 p.m., the rigged explosives were set off, leveling the building and leaving behind a cloud of dust and debris over the area. Local area residents were notified to make sure their windows were tightly shut to avoid letting in…

DELRAY BEACH, FL -  The fear mongers have been predicting that if we don't do something about “Climate Change”, eventually Delray Beach and all of South Florida will be submerged by ocean water. Is that true? In Florida, throughout…

Claudia Natanson brings a successful track record of leadership for digital and cyber security transformations and expertise in technical innovation to the world’s most trusted weather brand. STATE COLLEGE, PA - Claudia Natanson joined…

STATE COLLEGE, PA - Parts of the mid-Atlantic region may face their first severe weather threat of the season on Sunday after yet another round of powerful storms rumbles through the South. The severe threat follows spotty…

From the scene of the Nashville 2020 tornado aftermath, Rachel Brooks. Vicinity of Inglewood suburb near US Highway 31W.  PORTLAND, TN – Mere months after the Christmas bombing of Nashville, the Middle Tennessee region has been…

Stephen Mummey’s success, considerable experience across AccuWeather’s various lines of business in driving growth and overall revenue goals led to rapid advancement. STATE COLLEGE, PA - AccuWeather today announced that Stephen Mummey…

Integrated Weather Observation System (IWOS) Photo Credit: Intellisense MCLEAN, VA – Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) is proud to share that partner Intellisense has launched the Integrated Weather Observation System (IWOS). A…

Hurricane Sally was expected to strike Alabama and Mississippi. Instead, it made a slow crawl over land in Florida’s Panhandle with 105-mile-per-hour winds, ripping roofs, snapping trees, and leaving thousands without power. Photo…

School Buse stuck in water during Hurricane Eta at Florida. Street Flood. Coral Springs, Florida. November 08, 2020. Editorial credit: YES Market Media / Shutterstock.com, licensed. WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal…

HURRICANE ETA: Hurricane Eta, Gulf of Mexico, Updated Nov 11 at 8:20 AM GMT-5Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration via https://www.google.com/maps/ MARION COUNTY, FL - Officials with the Marion County Division of…

Tropical Depression Eta is expected to become stronger and may approach South Florida as well as Cuba through this weekend and early next week. So far, Eta has caused at least 57 deaths across Central America and the damage could continue…

North Bear Creek road flooded from Hurricane Sally's torrential rain. September 16, 2020. Panama City, Florida. Editorial credit: Terry Kelly / Shutterstock.com. WASHINGTON – FEMA announced that additional federal disaster assistance is…

A National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration study examined every storm from 1980 to 2018 and found that the buildup of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, along with changes in other human pollution, has changed how often they form…

Donald J. Trump and first lady Melania landed at Lawson Army Airfield March 8 in Air Force One before flying in Marine One to Lee County, Alabama, where March 3 storms and tornadoes killed 23 people and caused major damage.  U.S. Army…

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio (left), FEMA Administrator Pete Gaynor, and FEMA Region 4 Administrator Gracia Szczech speak with Florida and Escambia County officials about damage caused by Hurricane Sally. Pensacola, Florida, September 19,…

FEMA Response Update: Sally and Western Wildfires

President Donald Trump waves as he walks with First Lady Melania Trump and their son Barron to board Marine One on their way to Florida. Washington, DC - November 26, 2019. Photo credit: Evan El-Amin / Shutterstock.com, licensed. …

FEMA is encouraging people in at-risk areas for Hurricane Sally impacts to download the FEMA app to receive emergency and access preparedness tools to keep families safe. We will continue to work with our state, tribal and local partners…

The closest of these systems is a couple hundred miles off the northeast of the Central Bahamas which is expected to continue across the Bahamas before hitting Florida this weekend on its way to the Gulf of Mexico. File photo:…

Total investment in the U.S. offshore wind industry is predicted to be $166 billion by 2035. Photo credit Shutterstock licensed. NEW YORK -- Accelerating the development of offshore wind power would bring a significant economic boost to…

Flagler County Sheriff’s Inmate Work Crew filling sandbags at FTI on A1A in the Hammock. In preparation for Hurricane Isaias this weekend, Sheriff Rick Staly has deployed the Sheriff’s Inmate Work Crew to the Flagler Technical Institute…

The location of Hurricane Isaias, Caribbean, Updated Jul 31 as of 11:02 AM GMT-5, Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, See Live Map. WEST PALM BEACH, FL – As of yesterday, July 30, at 5PM, West Palm Beach Mayor…