Hurricane Milton: Debris still piled up from Helene
As Milton approaches Florida's Gulf Coast, storms preps are rapidly underway as the state prepares for a second punch after Hurricane Helene. But the effects of Helene are still visible. Britta Merwin reports live from Lido Key, Florida.
As Milton approaches Florida's Gulf Coast, storms preps are rapidly underway as the state prepares for a second punch after Hurricane Helene. But the effects of Helene are still visible. Britta Merwin reports live from Lido Key, Florida.
Hurricane Milton to hit Florida as powerful storm
Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours and is one of the only hurricanes on record to do so. It is the second strongest hurricane recorded in the Gulf of Mexico and the fifth strongest in the Atlantic. As of Tuesday morning, the category 4 hurricane has sustained winds of over 150 mph, and it's expected to make landfall in Florida Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. Millions of people are under evacuation orders, with the Tampa airport closing Tuesday and the Orlando airport closing Wednesday.
Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours and is one of the only hurricanes on record to do so. It is the second strongest hurricane recorded in the Gulf of Mexico and the fifth strongest in the Atlantic. As of Tuesday morning, the category 4 hurricane has sustained winds of over 150 mph, and it's expected to make landfall in Florida Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. Millions of people are under evacuation orders, with the Tampa airport closing Tuesday and the Orlando airport closing Wednesday.
Hurricane Milton prompts evacuations in Florida
One of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record in heading toward Florida as millions of people are under an evacuation order. Milton quickly strengthened from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours. Milton is expected hit Florida’s west coast as a major hurricane, making landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday. The storm could bring 5-10 inches of rain, 10-15 feet storm surge and over 110 mph winds.
One of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record in heading toward Florida as millions of people are under an evacuation order. Milton quickly strengthened from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours. Milton is expected hit Florida’s west coast as a major hurricane, making landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday. The storm could bring 5-10 inches of rain, 10-15 feet storm surge and over 110 mph winds.
Hurricane Milton pushes toward Florida as Cat 4
Hurricane Milton, currently a category 4, is inching toward Florida, where it?s expected to hit the coastline as a major hurricane. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz discusses how Milton went from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours.
Hurricane Milton, currently a category 4, is inching toward Florida, where it?s expected to hit the coastline as a major hurricane. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz discusses how Milton went from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours.
Gov. Walz sending emergency team to help in Florida ahead of Milton
As Hurricane Milton strengthens to a Category 5 storm, as it approaches Florida's Gulf coastline, Minnesota is sending emergency teams to help with recovery efforts.
As Hurricane Milton strengthens to a Category 5 storm, as it approaches Florida's Gulf coastline, Minnesota is sending emergency teams to help with recovery efforts.
Hurricane Helene: MN National Guard, Xcel Energy to assist relief efforts
Minnesota National Guard soldiers and Xcel Energy employees are heading to areas hit by Hurricane Helene to assist with relief efforts.
Minnesota National Guard soldiers and Xcel Energy employees are heading to areas hit by Hurricane Helene to assist with relief efforts.
Helene’s fast rising flood surge leaves neighbors standing in chest-deep brown water inside home
Flooding triggered by Hurricane Helene left a group of North Carolina neighbors standing in chest-deep water.
Flooding triggered by Hurricane Helene left a group of North Carolina neighbors standing in chest-deep water.
RV camper swept away in Virginia river flooded by Helene
A recreational vehicle was captured on video being swept away by a gushing river in Virginia as remnants of Hurricane Helene caused widespread flooding last month.
A recreational vehicle was captured on video being swept away by a gushing river in Virginia as remnants of Hurricane Helene caused widespread flooding last month.
Biltmore Estate temporarily closed after Helene slams North Carolina area
The historic landmark will be closed until Oct. 15 as the Asheville, North Carolina community recovers from the devastation of Tropical Storm Helene.
The historic landmark will be closed until Oct. 15 as the Asheville, North Carolina community recovers from the devastation of Tropical Storm Helene.
Hundreds of US troops battle devastation caused by 'biblical' Helene floods
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said Helene has caused unprecedented devastation across the western portion of the state. He emphasized the scale of the recovery ahead, stating: "This will be a long and difficult recovery."
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said Helene has caused unprecedented devastation across the western portion of the state. He emphasized the scale of the recovery ahead, stating: "This will be a long and difficult recovery."
Hurricane Helene death toll continues to rise
Hurricane Helen has claimed the lives of at least 130 people, but the Department of Homeland Security cautions that the death toll could rise to 600 by week's end, as thousands remain unaccounted for. The storm hit North Carolina hard, with heavy rains washing out roads and buildings, leaving people stranded in the City of Ashville.
Hurricane Helen has claimed the lives of at least 130 people, but the Department of Homeland Security cautions that the death toll could rise to 600 by week's end, as thousands remain unaccounted for. The storm hit North Carolina hard, with heavy rains washing out roads and buildings, leaving people stranded in the City of Ashville.
Warm, dry September in Twin Cities
It was a warm and dry September in the Twin Cities. This comes as fall months are trending warmer and drier for the region. FOX 9's Cody Matz explains.
It was a warm and dry September in the Twin Cities. This comes as fall months are trending warmer and drier for the region. FOX 9's Cody Matz explains.
President Biden on Hurricane Helene: RAW
President Joe Biden provides an update on the White House's response after Hurricane Helene.
President Joe Biden provides an update on the White House's response after Hurricane Helene.
Hurricane Helene: 17 deaths reported in the state of Georgia
Hurricane Helene isn’t only expected to damage homes and vehicles; it has already resulted in at least 17 deaths and one injury, with more fatalities and injuries anticipated.
Hurricane Helene isn’t only expected to damage homes and vehicles; it has already resulted in at least 17 deaths and one injury, with more fatalities and injuries anticipated.
Tropical Storm Helene moves north after landfall
Recovery efforts are starting as Tropical Storm Helene moves north into Georgia and the Carolinas after making landfall in Florida.
Recovery efforts are starting as Tropical Storm Helene moves north into Georgia and the Carolinas after making landfall in Florida.
What does flood insurance cover?
Having flood insurance can come in handy in the event of an emergency, and these are the items covered under a policy.
Having flood insurance can come in handy in the event of an emergency, and these are the items covered under a policy.
Tropical Storm Helene brings heavy rain inland
Helene weakened to a tropical storm after hitting Florida as a Category 4 hurricane on Thursday night. The storm continues to push northeast bringing heavy rain and strong winds to Georgia and the Carolinas.
Helene weakened to a tropical storm after hitting Florida as a Category 4 hurricane on Thursday night. The storm continues to push northeast bringing heavy rain and strong winds to Georgia and the Carolinas.
Tropical Storm Helene disrupting travel in US
Tropical Storm Helene is causing travel delays across the country. While things appear to be relatively smooth sailing at MSP Friday morning, there have been about 700 cancellations and 1200 flight delays across the country, and the numbers continue to climb. Almost all the canceled flights are either in or out of areas impacted by Helene, including at the Atlanta airport. FOX 9?s Se Kwon is at the MSP Airport with more.
Tropical Storm Helene is causing travel delays across the country. While things appear to be relatively smooth sailing at MSP Friday morning, there have been about 700 cancellations and 1200 flight delays across the country, and the numbers continue to climb. Almost all the canceled flights are either in or out of areas impacted by Helene, including at the Atlanta airport. FOX 9?s Se Kwon is at the MSP Airport with more.
Category 4 Hurricane Helene slams Florida
Hurricane Helene hit Florida as a Category 4 on Thursday night, causing flooding and extensive damage. On Friday morning, it was downgraded to a tropical storm and continues moving inland, bringing heavy rain to Atlanta and the Carolinas. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the latest update on the storm.
Hurricane Helene hit Florida as a Category 4 on Thursday night, causing flooding and extensive damage. On Friday morning, it was downgraded to a tropical storm and continues moving inland, bringing heavy rain to Atlanta and the Carolinas. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the latest update on the storm.
WATCH: Amazing rescue of family with baby and dogs from rising floodwaters
Emergency crews in Atlanta rescued a family early Friday morning after their vehicle was swept off the road by swift floodwaters.
Emergency crews in Atlanta rescued a family early Friday morning after their vehicle was swept off the road by swift floodwaters.