Tropical Storm Andrea: First storm of 2025 Atlantic hurricane season weakens to post-tropical cyclone
Tropical Storm Andrea, the first named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, formed Tuesday in the central Atlantic Ocean, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). By Tuesday evening, it had been downgraded to a remnant low.
Weather alert system helps keep golfers, swimmers at Evermore Orlando Resort safe during storms
Evermore Orlando Resort is enhancing guest safety with a high-tech inclement weather alert system designed to provide early warnings when lightning is detected near the 1,100-acre property.
Florida faces rising heat, soaking rains as summer kicks off
Florida is staring down a higher-than-normal chance of both above-average temperatures and above-average rainfall through July, August and September, which means more heat and rain are coming at the same time.
Common myths about lightning, debunked: What experts say about staying safe during storms
As summer storms roll through, myths and misconceptions about lightning persist. Here’s what experts — including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Weather Service — say is fact or fiction when it comes to lightning safety.
Man struck by lightning at New Smyrna Beach, officials say
A man was struck by lightning while in ankle-deep water on Friday afternoon in New Smyrna Beach, officials say.
Tropical AM update: June 19, 2025
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner has the latest conditions in the tropics. The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season runs June 1 through Nov. 30. Download the FOX Local app for tropical alerts and notifications.
Florida summer heatwave: No heat advisories so far this year. Here's why.
While Florida is no stranger to summer swelter, 2025 has been pretty quiet in one key way: the National Weather Service (NWS) in Melbourne has issued zero heat advisories this year — a dramatic contrast to the previous two summers when they started rolling in as early as May.
Hurricane Erik nears Mexico's southern coast
Hurricane Erick continues to rapidly intensify and reached Category 4 strength as the extremely dangerous storm continues to approach the southern coast of Mexico in an area popular with travelers. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) said that Hurricane Erick is expected to make landfall in the western portions of the Mexican state of Oaxaca or the eastern portion of the Mexican state of Gurrero on Thursday morning, and then continue inland over Mexico during the day.
Hurricane Erick becomes 'extremely dangerous' Category 4 as Mexico braces for destructive landfall
Hurricane Erick continues to rapidly intensify and reached Category 4 strength as the extremely dangerous storm continues to approach the southern coast of Mexico in an area popular with travelers.
Protecting homes during summer storms
Every year, nearly 25 million lightning strikes hit the ground in the United States. The Central Florida community has seen several of these strikes in the last few weeks, with two of them hitting and destroying homes. FOX 35's Marley Capper speaks with an expert on lightning protection systems.
Could Saharan Dust be trapping Florida's humidity, making it worse?
Each summer, towering plumes of Saharan Dust cross the Atlantic, arriving in the skies over Florida and the Gulf Coast like clockwork. Could the dry Saharan air could ironically make Florida’s famous humidity feel even more unbearable?
2025 Atlantic hurricane season: How experts predict a busy hurricane season
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner breaks down some of the most commonly asked questions when it comes to how experts predict a busy hurricane season.
Hurricane season is back, but for parts of Florida, it feels like it never ended
The storms are long gone, but in Pinellas County, the path to recovery feels out of reach, especially for homeowners.
Updated 2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast maintains above-average predictions
Leading hurricane researchers are maintaining their forecast for an above-average 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
2 Florida airports see the most lightning strikes in the U.S., per new report
A new report lists the top U.S. cities and states with the most lightning strikes in 2024 — and two Florida airports rank at the very top of the list.
Cuts to federal agencies causes concern ahead of hurricane season
An unusually busy hurricane season is ahead. The 2025 hurricane season begins June 1. Some experts worry about how staffing cuts to weather agencies will hinder response efforts.
New video shows tornado in St. Johns County
New video captured by a Florida school district camera shows the moment a confirmed tornado swept through St. Johns County earlier this week. According to officials, no one was injured, but the storm did "severely impact" parts of St. Johns County
Man's Hunter's Creek home hit by severe storms
Over the last few days, severe weather has rocked the Central Florida community, leaving behind damage including toppled trees, flooding and destruction of homes. FOX 35's Matt Trezza heads over to Hunter's Creek in Orange County, where he speaks with a homeowner who had his decades-old home take on severe damage.
Hurricane season begins this weekend
This weekend marks the official start of hurricane season, and officials are urging Florida residents to be ready for what is expected to be an active season. FOX 35's Matt Trezza brings us the latest details on the season discusses the upcoming sales tax holiday that will help locals invest in supplies ahead of the storms.
Video: Tornado captured on Florida school district camera sweeping through St. Johns County
WATCH: A Florida school district camera captured the moment a confirmed tornado swept through St. Johns County earlier this week.