Hurricane Ian is expected to bring a dangerous storm surge of up to 18 feet along Florida's southwest coast. TAMPA BAY, Fla. -- Hurricane Ian, made landfall in Florida on Wednesday.

We also factor in the strength of a tropical system when determining how dangerous storm surge can be for the area. The most vulnerable areas in South Florida would be in Southwest Florida, with ...

Hurricane Charley rapidly intensified and made landfall in southwest Florida as a Category 4 on this date 21 years ago, then ...

A chunk of the Sanibel Causeway fell into the sea during Hurricane Ian, cutting off access to the barrier island where 6,300 people normally live.

Residents are still clearing out their homes after storm surge damage. By Leah Burdick WMNF News Oct. 2 2024 The 2024 hurricane season in Florida is a story about anxiety and destruction. “You’re ...

With the Apalachicola area expecting 2-6 inches of rain, 3-5 feet of surge and winds of 58 – 73 mph, Franklin County Emergency Management is the latest north Florida County to call for evacuations.

Historically, storm surge kills more people than wind during a hurricane. Whether you're brand new to Florida, or you could use a few reminders, here's a quick-hit version of what you should know ...

Potential Tropical Storm Dexter may bring 'impactful' rain from Houston to Panama City By Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman Updated July 16, 2025 9:45 a.m.