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Tropical Depression 2 forms in the Gulf, Tropical Storm watch for Florida's Panhandle
Irene Sans
Tropical Depression 2 is set to become Tropical Storm Bertha as it travels mainly due west during the next few days. Gulf waters are warm and could strengthen this system if it stays well away from the Gulf Coast.
Why Florida's waterspouts can be more dangerous than you think
Leslie Hudson
Tropical update: Beneficial heavy rain may reach the areas that need it most
Irene Sans
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State of Florida
Florida's midsummer report card: Widespread heat, uneven rainfall
Andrew Wulfeck
The 5 silent signs when you’re overheating
Leslie Hudson
  • 5 hidden heat dangers every Floridian should know
    Leslie Hudson
    Florida's heat is about much more than high temperatures. In Part 1 of this two-part series, AccuWeather explains what heat is actually doing to your body—and why some of the earliest warning signs are often the easiest to miss.
  • Low chance for tropical development near Florida, here's what you should know
    Irene Sans
    An area of low pressure could develop near Florida within the next 7 days. Could it impact Florida?
  • Soggy northern half of Florida, heat advisories for South Florida
    Irene Sans
    While the Panhandle and North Florida will continue to have rain and storms, elevating the flash flood risk, South Florida will remain mostly dry and with dangerous heat.
  • Photo of citrus field in South Florida.
    Florida citrus production edges higher despite weather extremes
    Andrew Wulfeck
    Florida citrus production finished the 2025-26 season slightly above initial forecasts. Despite the output, production remains near historic lows.
  • The surprising science behind fireworks...and Florida
    Leslie Hudson
    Every Fourth of July, fireworks fill the night sky with brilliant colors. But behind every red, blue, green, and white burst is a little chemistry—and a surprising connection to naturally occurring minerals, including one mined right here in Florida.
  • Dangerous heat indices linger across the state today
    Audrey Shirley
    A heat dome continues to leave Florida under Heat Advisories through this evening.
  • Extreme heat! Most of Florida will continue under a heat advisory & dusty conditions
    Irene Sans
    Saharan dust is in place, and a high pressure will continue to bring dangerous heat across much of Florida throughout the weekend.
  • How to safely cool off at the beach and pool during a heat wave
    Audrey Shirley
    During any heat wave, it is more important than ever to keep in mind beach and pool safety tips for children, adults, and even pets.
  • Drought conditions seen during the Railroad Fire in mid-2026 in Northeast Florida.
    Strengthening El Niño could signal early end to Florida's rainy season
    Andrew Wulfeck
    A strengthening El Niño over the Pacific Ocean may be already influencing Florida's weather, with long-range outlooks indicating a return to below-average rainfall.
  • Colorado State University forecast trends to predict less hurricane activity this year
    Audrey Shirley
    Colorado State University released their updated predictions for the 2026 hurricane season. However, they expect even fewer named storms compared to their last forecast in June.
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