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The death was apparently the first in Florida related to the hurricane, which was producing tropical storm-strength winds in the Tampa Bay area.

County emergency responders were expecting to find fatalities after a surge that reached 16 feet in some areas, significantly over the forecasted heights. Many coastal residents were caught off guard.

While Central Florida was spared from destruction in the Big Bend, many residents were surprised by the flooding while the hurricane was hundreds of miles away.

When a storm hits, autism families typically have more hurdles to clear than others. A survey helped a Lee County advocacy group develop priorities for them.

Environmental conditions for development are unusually conducive for late June as the system nears the Windward Islands. A second wave heading toward the southern Gulf is also under watch.

The disturbance over the Bay of Campeche has a 70% chance of becoming a tropical system this week. Another low near the Bahamas has a lesser chance of development but could affect he southeast U.S.

The center says seven of the predicted 14 named storms will reach hurricane status with two or three major hurricanes making for a normal to slightly above normal season.

It’s that time of year again, the Atlantic hurricane season is upon us. This week on Florida Matters we’re taking a look at how various areas of the state…

It’s that time of year again, the Atlantic hurricane season is upon us. This week on Florida Matters we’re taking a look at how various areas of the state…

Ready or not, a tropical system could threaten Florida as early as Monday. Whether it has a name or not, heavy rain and flooding will be the biggest…

We take a look at how you can prepare if any storms do come our way.Florida Division of Emergency ManagementDisaster Supply KitSheltersEvacuation Routes &…

We take a look at how you can prepare if any storms do come our way.Florida Division of Emergency ManagementDisaster Supply KitSheltersEvacuation Routes &…