The Fanchers’ predicament is just one of many linked to the insurance crisis in hurricane-prone Florida. Rates are sky-high and expected to continue rising as catastrophe claims surge and Floridians face few insurance options and increased scrutiny during underwriting.

Floridians are no strangers to the daily storms that Summer brings, but the excessive heat felt over the last few days have disturbed their regularity, meaning they will strike at odd times in the day

The National Hurricane Center said July 14 it is tracking a system off the Atlantic coast of Florida that could bring heavy rain to the area.

ORLANDO, Fla. – It’s another sweltering day across east Central Florida and if you’re heading outside, be prepared. A Heat Advisory is in effect from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. for the entire area, with dangerous heat index values soaring between 108° and 112°.

A disturbance near Florida could evolve into a tropical depression or Tropical Storm Dexter this week, according to forecasters.

Over $675 million in federal block grant funding will be provided to Florida farmers and growers to support their recovery from hurricane damage.

During hurricane season, supplies can run low quickly, so consider buying early. Improper generator use can be fatal. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warn that carbon monoxide (CO) — an invisible, odorless gas — kills hundreds of people each year during storm season.

Tampa Bay airports warned Monday by Florida’s chief law enforcement officer to comply with a state law passed this year that bans weather modification are still untangling the new set of rules, officials said.