SWAT teams from Florida, New York, and Texas taking part in UAE SWAT Challenge 2026
Police agencies from around the world will once again showcase their tactical skills at the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Challenge hosted by the Dubai Police.
Police agencies from around the world will once again showcase their tactical skills at the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Challenge hosted by the Dubai Police.
Abandoned Kissimmee hotel catches fire; laundry facility suspected as origin, Osceola County Fire says
A fire broke out at an abandoned hotel off of West Irlo Bronson Highway, near Interstate-4, Monday morning.
A fire broke out at an abandoned hotel off of West Irlo Bronson Highway, near Interstate-4, Monday morning.
13 displaced after fire breaks out at Winter Park apartments
Three people were treated for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out inside an apartment in Seminole County.
Three people were treated for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out inside an apartment in Seminole County.
Duke Energy urges Florida residents to reduce energy use amid cold temps
As Florida experiences the coldest temperatures in years, demand for electricity has been incredibly high. Duke Energy is asking customers to conserve energy to help protect the grid.
As Florida experiences the coldest temperatures in years, demand for electricity has been incredibly high. Duke Energy is asking customers to conserve energy to help protect the grid.
Florida farm drenched in ice amid freezing temperatures
FOX 35's Jessica Dobson visits Southern Hill Farms in Clermont, Florida, where its fields were covered in mounds of ice after its irrigation system appeared to break amid frigid temperatures. The water was used to help protect their blueberries, strawberries, and other crops, in a light layer of ice.
FOX 35's Jessica Dobson visits Southern Hill Farms in Clermont, Florida, where its fields were covered in mounds of ice after its irrigation system appeared to break amid frigid temperatures. The water was used to help protect their blueberries, strawberries, and other crops, in a light layer of ice.
Florida farm buried in ice amid freezing temperatures: 'Catastrophic'
The blueberry and strawberry fields at Southern Hill Farms were completely covered -- and buried -- in ice. Picturesque, but potentially damaging to the crops and the farm's business. Florida was hit with freezing temperatures -- and another round is on the way.
The blueberry and strawberry fields at Southern Hill Farms were completely covered -- and buried -- in ice. Picturesque, but potentially damaging to the crops and the farm's business. Florida was hit with freezing temperatures -- and another round is on the way.
Brush fire causes I-95 closure in Brevard County, troopers say
Brush fire causes I-95 closure in Brevard County, troopers say
Brush fire causes I-95 closure in Brevard County, troopers say
Cold Weather Experiments with Brooks and T.J.
Meteorologist T.J. Springer and Brooks Garner showcased how cold temperatures got on Sunday AM and froze a FOX 35 Polo. This is how it went.
Meteorologist T.J. Springer and Brooks Garner showcased how cold temperatures got on Sunday AM and froze a FOX 35 Polo. This is how it went.
Snow flurries in Florida amid arctic freeze: photos and videos
For the second year in a row – and the second time this year – snowflakes fell in Florida. Here are some of the best photos and videos of snow in Florida.
For the second year in a row – and the second time this year – snowflakes fell in Florida. Here are some of the best photos and videos of snow in Florida.
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.
Cold records shattered in Orlando, Central Florida: Here's where
How cold was it Sunday morning in Orlando? Cold. And record-breaking cold.
How cold was it Sunday morning in Orlando? Cold. And record-breaking cold.
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 seen ripping through DeBary home
Deputies with the Volusia Sheriff's Office were called out to the fire around 7:26 p.m. The cause of the fire is not yet known.
Deputies with the Volusia Sheriff's Office were called out to the fire around 7:26 p.m. The cause of the fire is not yet known.
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.