How much damage did Hurricane Nicole create in Florida? Estimates already above $500 million

The damage and destruction from Hurricane Nicole – from collapsed homes and high-rise buildings to flooded streets – is already estimated to be in the hundreds of millions of dollars – and will likely continue to rise.

Sheriff: 2 girls cause $350,000 in damage at foam and insulation company in Ormond Beach

Each girl was trespassed from the property and charged with burglary of a business and criminal mischief – which are both enhanced felonies due to the state of emergency.

Daytona Beach residents evacuated after sea wall collapse

Multiple residents along the Central Florida coast were evacuated from their residences Thursday morning because of unsafe conditions and a sea wall collapse caused by Tropical Storm Nicole. 

Tropical Storm Nicole tracker: Latest forecast track, storm maps, and models

Here is the latest look at Hurricane Nicole's projected track, forecast model, and satellite images as it approached Florida as a strong, dangerous storm.

2 buildings in New Smyrna Beach deemed unsafe, evacuated ahead of Hurricane Nicole

Two residential buildings along the beach in New Smyrna Beach have been declared unsafe and evacuated before Hurricane Nicole made landfall in Florida, according to the city. The concern has to do with the ocean swell coming within 10 feet of the buildings.

Florida's east coast feels early impact of Hurricane Nicole
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Several beachside communities from Brevard County to Flagler County have issued evacuation orders ahead of the approaching Hurricane Nicole. Late Wednesday, law enforcement officers were going door-to-door to check on residents and warning those people who chose to stay behind to shelter in place.

Dangerous tides destroy Florida beachfront backyard ahead of Hurricane Nicole

The backyard of a beachfront home in Wilbur-by-the-Sea was nearly destroyed by dangerous waves brought onto Florida's coastline by Hurricane Nicole.

VIDEO: Building collapses at Daytona Beach Shores as Hurricane Nicole approaches

As Hurricane Nicole makes its way toward Florida, gusty winds and rain are already moving into the area, which has partially collapsed a building alongside the beach.

Tracking Hurricane Nicole: Find your Florida evacuation zone and route

Do you know your evacuation zone? Whether you're new to Florida or have lived here for a while, it's an important piece of information to know should you ever have to evacuate, such as during a tropical storm or hurricane.

LIST: Florida school closures ahead of Hurricane Nicole

Some Florida school districts are closing ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole, which is expected to make landfall this week.