Orlando power outages: maps, numbers, restoration estimates
Thousands of people have lost power as bitter cold and freezing temperatures hit Orlando and Central Florida. FOX 35 has been tracking reports of power outages and downed power lines, some due to strong winds and people using more electricity to heat their homes.
Thousands of people have lost power as bitter cold and freezing temperatures hit Orlando and Central Florida. FOX 35 has been tracking reports of power outages and downed power lines, some due to strong winds and people using more electricity to heat their homes.
VIDEO: Snow flurries in Tampa Bay
Did it snow in Tampa Bay? The National Weather Service shared video of snow flurries around 4:45 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
Did it snow in Tampa Bay? The National Weather Service shared video of snow flurries around 4:45 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
Dunnellon Fire update: Railroad ties burn in Marion County
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warned that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke. When it burns, it can release toxins into the air, officials said.
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warned that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke. When it burns, it can release toxins into the air, officials said.
Dunnellon Fire: Treated railroad ties burning in Marion County, officials say
A large stockpile of chemically-treated railroad ties caught fire on Sunday morning in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke into the air.
A large stockpile of chemically-treated railroad ties caught fire on Sunday morning in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke into the air.
Stockpile of railroad ties burns in Marion County
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending large plumes of smoke into the air, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warn that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke.
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending large plumes of smoke into the air, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warn that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke.
Video: Snow flurries fall in Alachua County, Florida
Matthew Mosher shared this video of potential snow flurries falling in Alachua County, which is about an hour northwest of Orlando. Snow flurries were confirmed in northern Florida on Saturday, as frigid temperatures hit the area. That same cold arrives in Orlando and Central Florida Saturday afternoon and evening. The coldest temperatures will be here early Sunday morning.
Matthew Mosher shared this video of potential snow flurries falling in Alachua County, which is about an hour northwest of Orlando. Snow flurries were confirmed in northern Florida on Saturday, as frigid temperatures hit the area. That same cold arrives in Orlando and Central Florida Saturday afternoon and evening. The coldest temperatures will be here early Sunday morning.
Flames engulf home in DeBary during cold snap
A home on Bass Lake Drive in DeBary, Florida caught fire on Saturday night, as frigid temperatures hit the region. Video showed the night sky illuminated in an orange glow due to the flames, as several firefighters worked to fight the blaze. One firefighter could be seen using a chainsaw to cut through the garage door of a neighboring home.
A home on Bass Lake Drive in DeBary, Florida caught fire on Saturday night, as frigid temperatures hit the region. Video showed the night sky illuminated in an orange glow due to the flames, as several firefighters worked to fight the blaze. One firefighter could be seen using a chainsaw to cut through the garage door of a neighboring home.
Orlando Weather: extreme cold, freeze warnings
Orlando and Central Florida are under extreme cold and freeze warnings as dangerously cold temperatures arrive later today, and plummet further during the overnight hours. Temperatures are forecast to reach near or below freezing, while the wind chill will make it feel even colder. FOX 35 meteorologist T.J. Spring has the latest cold weather forecast, timeline of when the cold weather arrives, and where it will be the coldest.
Orlando and Central Florida are under extreme cold and freeze warnings as dangerously cold temperatures arrive later today, and plummet further during the overnight hours. Temperatures are forecast to reach near or below freezing, while the wind chill will make it feel even colder. FOX 35 meteorologist T.J. Spring has the latest cold weather forecast, timeline of when the cold weather arrives, and where it will be the coldest.
Florida to offer driving tests only in English starting Feb. 6
Starting next Friday, Florida will offer all noncommercial driver’s license exams only in English, state officials announced, a move they say is aimed at improving road safety.
Starting next Friday, Florida will offer all noncommercial driver’s license exams only in English, state officials announced, a move they say is aimed at improving road safety.
Florida cold snap may affect weekend events, theme parks
A cold front moving into Central Florida this weekend could impact theme parks and outdoor events, though organizers say some festivals are still proceeding as planned. Theme parks are also taking precautions as temperatures drop.
A cold front moving into Central Florida this weekend could impact theme parks and outdoor events, though organizers say some festivals are still proceeding as planned. Theme parks are also taking precautions as temperatures drop.
Man barricades himself in car after Orange County house fire
Deputies in Orange County responded to a house fire in Orlando where a man later locked himself inside a vehicle in the driveway, authorities said.
Deputies in Orange County responded to a house fire in Orlando where a man later locked himself inside a vehicle in the driveway, authorities said.
Woman critically injured in Orange County shooting
Deputies are searching for a suspect after a woman was shot and seriously injured Friday night in East Orange County.
Deputies are searching for a suspect after a woman was shot and seriously injured Friday night in East Orange County.
Brevard Zoo prepares animals for rare Florida freeze
The Brevard Zoo is ramping up preparations as Florida braces for a rare multi-day freeze, with zookeepers taking extra steps to keep animals warm and safe. Officials say they’re not only protecting the animals, but also adjusting visitor expectations as some enclosures may be temporarily empty.
The Brevard Zoo is ramping up preparations as Florida braces for a rare multi-day freeze, with zookeepers taking extra steps to keep animals warm and safe. Officials say they’re not only protecting the animals, but also adjusting visitor expectations as some enclosures may be temporarily empty.
Judge rejects plea deal for former Florida deputy Andrew Lawson
Former Brevard County sheriff's deputy Andrew Lawson left court Monday without a sentence after a judge rejected a plea deal in the fatal shooting of his best friend.
Former Brevard County sheriff's deputy Andrew Lawson left court Monday without a sentence after a judge rejected a plea deal in the fatal shooting of his best friend.
Drive-by shooting floods Titusville apartment, narrowly misses children
A Titusville family is speaking out after a drive-by shooting tore through their apartment, puncturing a water line and flooding their home. The family says the gunfire narrowly missed children asleep inside and they still have no answers nearly a month later.
A Titusville family is speaking out after a drive-by shooting tore through their apartment, puncturing a water line and flooding their home. The family says the gunfire narrowly missed children asleep inside and they still have no answers nearly a month later.
Prep tips to protect pipes, plants and pools ahead of Florida freeze
As a blast of Arctic air moves into Central Florida, residents are being urged to complete cold-weather preparations to protect pipes, plants and homes before temperatures drop into the 20s.
As a blast of Arctic air moves into Central Florida, residents are being urged to complete cold-weather preparations to protect pipes, plants and homes before temperatures drop into the 20s.
Eatonville honors Zora Neale Hurston with ZORA! Festival this weekend
Despite frigid temperatures, a number of weekend events are taking place across Central Florida, including a celebration in Eatonville honoring the legacy of author and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston.
Despite frigid temperatures, a number of weekend events are taking place across Central Florida, including a celebration in Eatonville honoring the legacy of author and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston.
Deputy plans lawsuit after arrest by fellow deputies, charges dropped
A Marion County sheriff’s deputy plans to file a civil lawsuit after he was arrested by fellow deputies, an incident his attorney says violated his constitutional rights.
A Marion County sheriff’s deputy plans to file a civil lawsuit after he was arrested by fellow deputies, an incident his attorney says violated his constitutional rights.
Volusia Humane Society seek emergency foster homes for dogs
As a rare cold snap grips Florida, the Southeast Volusia Humane Society is seeking short-term foster homes to help protect dogs from dangerously low temperatures.
As a rare cold snap grips Florida, the Southeast Volusia Humane Society is seeking short-term foster homes to help protect dogs from dangerously low temperatures.
Cold snap forces NASA to scrub Artemis II rehearsal, delays launch
Unseasonably cold weather in Florida has forced NASA to scrub a key rehearsal for the Artemis II mission, delaying preparations for the agency’s most anticipated rocket launch in years.
Unseasonably cold weather in Florida has forced NASA to scrub a key rehearsal for the Artemis II mission, delaying preparations for the agency’s most anticipated rocket launch in years.