Hurricane Lee threatens New England with tropical-storm-force winds, dangerous surf over weekend

A U.S. landfall from Hurricane Lee is not expected as of the latest National Hurricane Center (NHC) advisory and instead, the forecast calls for Lee to hit Canada. But on Monday land was included in Lee’s forecast cone for the first time in the storm’s history.

Minnesota hail storm on Aug. 11 among the latest billion-dollar disaster in United States

There have been 23 billion dollar disasters in the United States this year — the all-time highest on record — including the “happy hour" hail storm that pounded the Twin Cities on Aug. 11. 

Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in Florida
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Extremely dangerous Category 3 Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Florida Big Bend. Maximum sustained winds were estimated to be 125 mph. Catastrophic storm surge and damaging winds are ongoing.

Insurance companies seek resilient roofs following hail storms

During a summer of more frequent and severe weather across the Midwest, insurance companies are paying out record amounts for roof damage caused by hail, wind and water.

New roof technology for homeowners
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New roof technology is becoming more available in Minnesota following recent hailstorms throughout the summer.

Bracing for Hurricane Idalia
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Residents of Florida are bracing for the worst as Hurricane Idalia is expected to hit land by tomorrow morning. FOX 9?s Ariel Pllasencia has the latest from Tampa.

Hurricane Idalia approaches category 3
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Hurricane Idalia is set to become a category 3 hurricane as it approaches the Florida coast. FOX 9?s Madison Scarpino is live in St. Petersburg, Florida, with the latest.

Hurricane Idalia intensifies, nears Florida
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Clouds and rain are increasing as the ?clam before the storm? approaches Florida while people work to board up homes and evacuate.

Hurricane Idalia expected to make landfall Tuesday night
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Hurricane Idalia is expected to make landfall in Florida Tuesday night. Here's the latest as of Tuesday morning.

Florida prepares for arrival of Tropical Storm Idalia, which is forecast to become a major hurricane

Florida residents are evacuating from homes in low-lying areas along the Gulf Coast as forecasters predict that Tropical Storm Idalia will hit the state as a major hurricane by Wednesday.

Tropical Storm Idalia forecast to become major hurricane before Florida landfall

Live updates on Tropical Storm Idalia as it makes its way through the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida. Latest models, cones, direction, speed, warnings, watches, and information.

Florida prepares for Tropical Storm Idalia with lessons learned from Ian: 'Do not focus on just the cone'

There are only a few days left for Florida residents to prepare for the effects of the storm, and Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 33 counties to ensure communities have the resources they need ahead of the storm’s arrival.

Hot playground danger: Kids could get third-degree burns from equipment

Playgrounds can turn dangerous in the heat when slides, swings, and benches heat up. Temperatures over 118 degrees can cause a first-degree burn, and temperatures over 131 can cause a second-degree burn.