Large depression cause road collapse in Lake County
A stretch of Empire Church Road near Groveland was shut down Monday after a large depression opened in Lake County, forcing officials to close the roadway as crews investigated the cause.
A stretch of Empire Church Road near Groveland was shut down Monday after a large depression opened in Lake County, forcing officials to close the roadway as crews investigated the cause.
Disney World honors World War II veteran’s birthday with moving flag retreat ceremony
Walt Disney World honored World War II veteran Herb Maneloveg with a special celebration for his 101st birthday during a flag retreat ceremony.
Walt Disney World honored World War II veteran Herb Maneloveg with a special celebration for his 101st birthday during a flag retreat ceremony.
Florida FWC issues temporary order to collect, transport invasive stunned green iguanas in cold weather
A new executive order allows Florida residents to remove live, cold-stunned green iguanas from the wild without the usually required permits.
A new executive order allows Florida residents to remove live, cold-stunned green iguanas from the wild without the usually required permits.
Duke Energy urges Florida residents to reduce energy use amid cold temps
As Florida experiences the coldest temperatures in years, demand for electricity has been incredibly high. Duke Energy is asking customers to conserve energy to help protect the grid.
As Florida experiences the coldest temperatures in years, demand for electricity has been incredibly high. Duke Energy is asking customers to conserve energy to help protect the grid.
Florida farm drenched in ice amid freezing temperatures
FOX 35's Jessica Dobson visits Southern Hill Farms in Clermont, Florida, where its fields were covered in mounds of ice after its irrigation system appeared to break amid frigid temperatures. The water was used to help protect their blueberries, strawberries, and other crops, in a light layer of ice.
FOX 35's Jessica Dobson visits Southern Hill Farms in Clermont, Florida, where its fields were covered in mounds of ice after its irrigation system appeared to break amid frigid temperatures. The water was used to help protect their blueberries, strawberries, and other crops, in a light layer of ice.
Cold Weather Experiments with Brooks and T.J.
Meteorologist T.J. Springer and Brooks Garner showcased how cold temperatures got on Sunday AM and froze a FOX 35 Polo. This is how it went.
Meteorologist T.J. Springer and Brooks Garner showcased how cold temperatures got on Sunday AM and froze a FOX 35 Polo. This is how it went.
VIDEO: Snow flurries in Tampa Bay
Did it snow in Tampa Bay? The National Weather Service shared video of snow flurries around 4:45 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
Did it snow in Tampa Bay? The National Weather Service shared video of snow flurries around 4:45 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
Dunnellon Fire update: Railroad ties burn in Marion County
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warned that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke. When it burns, it can release toxins into the air, officials said.
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warned that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke. When it burns, it can release toxins into the air, officials said.
Dunnellon Fire: Treated railroad ties burning in Marion County, officials say
A large stockpile of chemically-treated railroad ties caught fire on Sunday morning in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke into the air.
A large stockpile of chemically-treated railroad ties caught fire on Sunday morning in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke into the air.
Stockpile of railroad ties burns in Marion County
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending large plumes of smoke into the air, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warn that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke.
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending large plumes of smoke into the air, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warn that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke.
Video: Snow flurries fall in Alachua County, Florida
Matthew Mosher shared this video of potential snow flurries falling in Alachua County, which is about an hour northwest of Orlando. Snow flurries were confirmed in northern Florida on Saturday, as frigid temperatures hit the area. That same cold arrives in Orlando and Central Florida Saturday afternoon and evening. The coldest temperatures will be here early Sunday morning.
Matthew Mosher shared this video of potential snow flurries falling in Alachua County, which is about an hour northwest of Orlando. Snow flurries were confirmed in northern Florida on Saturday, as frigid temperatures hit the area. That same cold arrives in Orlando and Central Florida Saturday afternoon and evening. The coldest temperatures will be here early Sunday morning.
Flames engulf home in DeBary during cold snap
A home on Bass Lake Drive in DeBary, Florida caught fire on Saturday night, as frigid temperatures hit the region. Video showed the night sky illuminated in an orange glow due to the flames, as several firefighters worked to fight the blaze. One firefighter could be seen using a chainsaw to cut through the garage door of a neighboring home.
A home on Bass Lake Drive in DeBary, Florida caught fire on Saturday night, as frigid temperatures hit the region. Video showed the night sky illuminated in an orange glow due to the flames, as several firefighters worked to fight the blaze. One firefighter could be seen using a chainsaw to cut through the garage door of a neighboring home.
Florida to offer driving tests only in English starting Feb. 6
Starting next Friday, Florida will offer all noncommercial driver’s license exams only in English, state officials announced, a move they say is aimed at improving road safety.
Starting next Friday, Florida will offer all noncommercial driver’s license exams only in English, state officials announced, a move they say is aimed at improving road safety.
Florida cold snap may affect weekend events, theme parks
A cold front moving into Central Florida this weekend could impact theme parks and outdoor events, though organizers say some festivals are still proceeding as planned. Theme parks are also taking precautions as temperatures drop.
A cold front moving into Central Florida this weekend could impact theme parks and outdoor events, though organizers say some festivals are still proceeding as planned. Theme parks are also taking precautions as temperatures drop.
Man barricades himself in car after Orange County house fire
Deputies in Orange County responded to a house fire in Orlando where a man later locked himself inside a vehicle in the driveway, authorities said.
Deputies in Orange County responded to a house fire in Orlando where a man later locked himself inside a vehicle in the driveway, authorities said.
Woman critically injured in Orange County shooting
Deputies are searching for a suspect after a woman was shot and seriously injured Friday night in East Orange County.
Deputies are searching for a suspect after a woman was shot and seriously injured Friday night in East Orange County.
Brevard Zoo prepares animals for rare Florida freeze
The Brevard Zoo is ramping up preparations as Florida braces for a rare multi-day freeze, with zookeepers taking extra steps to keep animals warm and safe. Officials say they’re not only protecting the animals, but also adjusting visitor expectations as some enclosures may be temporarily empty.
The Brevard Zoo is ramping up preparations as Florida braces for a rare multi-day freeze, with zookeepers taking extra steps to keep animals warm and safe. Officials say they’re not only protecting the animals, but also adjusting visitor expectations as some enclosures may be temporarily empty.
Judge rejects plea deal for former Florida deputy in deadly shooting of his friend
Former Brevard County sheriff's deputy Andrew Lawson left court Monday without a sentence after a judge rejected a plea deal in the fatal shooting of his best friend.
Former Brevard County sheriff's deputy Andrew Lawson left court Monday without a sentence after a judge rejected a plea deal in the fatal shooting of his best friend.
Judge rejects plea deal for former Florida deputy Andrew Lawson
Former Brevard County sheriff's deputy Andrew Lawson left court Monday without a sentence after a judge rejected a plea deal in the fatal shooting of his best friend.
Former Brevard County sheriff's deputy Andrew Lawson left court Monday without a sentence after a judge rejected a plea deal in the fatal shooting of his best friend.
Florida family recovering after drive-by shooting floods home: 'Absolutely insane'
A Titusville family is speaking out after a drive-by shooting tore through their apartment, puncturing a water line and flooding their home.
A Titusville family is speaking out after a drive-by shooting tore through their apartment, puncturing a water line and flooding their home.