How to appeal a decision by FEMA for storm assistance
Victims of Hurricane Ian who have applied for assistance from FEMA may be denied help, but FEMA does have a process to appeal decisions on ineligibility.
Victims of Hurricane Ian who have applied for assistance from FEMA may be denied help, but FEMA does have a process to appeal decisions on ineligibility.
Ian flooding poses another problem: mosquitoes
Flagler Beach was one of the areas spraying for mosquitoes following flooding from Hurricane Irma and will likely spray again. Officials warn the standing floodwaters are the perfect environment for mosquito propagation.
Flagler Beach was one of the areas spraying for mosquitoes following flooding from Hurricane Irma and will likely spray again. Officials warn the standing floodwaters are the perfect environment for mosquito propagation.
Ian flooding blocks access to Central Florida Zoo
Lake Monroe, which is part of the St. Johns River system, is at record high levels. Because of the unprecedented flooding, access to the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens is blocked. CEO Richard Glover tells FOX 35 News that the animals are ok and cared for while staff waits for the water to recede.
Lake Monroe, which is part of the St. Johns River system, is at record high levels. Because of the unprecedented flooding, access to the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens is blocked. CEO Richard Glover tells FOX 35 News that the animals are ok and cared for while staff waits for the water to recede.
Biden to storm-ravaged Florida: 'We're not going to leave'
President Joe Biden has surveyed the devastation of hurricane-ravaged Florida, promising to marshal the power of the federal government to help rebuild.
President Joe Biden has surveyed the devastation of hurricane-ravaged Florida, promising to marshal the power of the federal government to help rebuild.
Couple FOX 35 News crew met during Ian rescue shows us flood damage to home
A grandmother we met as she was rescued during Hurricane Ian invited us into her home, as she and her husband clean up the damage from catastrophic flooding in Osceola County.
A grandmother we met as she was rescued during Hurricane Ian invited us into her home, as she and her husband clean up the damage from catastrophic flooding in Osceola County.
Orlando fixes pipe burst as some deal with sewer overflow due to flooding from Ian
Jason Castle lives on Anderson and Mills in Orlando. He took cell video of the streets in his neighborhood left clogged after flooding from Ian. He thought sewer water was flowing out. He contacted FOX 35 News and we got in contact with Orlando Public Works Director Corey Knight.
Jason Castle lives on Anderson and Mills in Orlando. He took cell video of the streets in his neighborhood left clogged after flooding from Ian. He thought sewer water was flowing out. He contacted FOX 35 News and we got in contact with Orlando Public Works Director Corey Knight.
More flooding expected in parts of Volusia County
Residents in DeLand brace for more flooding as St. Johns River continues to rise
Residents in DeLand brace for more flooding as St. Johns River continues to rise
Floodwaters inch closer to businesses in Seminole County
Historic flooding along Lake Monroe could rise three more inches as the waters edge closer to downtown Sanford businesses
Historic flooding along Lake Monroe could rise three more inches as the waters edge closer to downtown Sanford businesses
Tracking the Tropics: Oct. 5, 2022
We continue to monitor a tropical disturbance that is entering the Caribbean Sea and has a high probability of developing into a more organized system over the next three to five days.
We continue to monitor a tropical disturbance that is entering the Caribbean Sea and has a high probability of developing into a more organized system over the next three to five days.
Florida mom uses plastic bin to protect infant son as Hurricane Ian floods neighborhood
A mother's account of the cataclysmic storm will haunt the Fort Myers, Florida, family forever.
A mother's account of the cataclysmic storm will haunt the Fort Myers, Florida, family forever.
Many still missing in Fort Myers following Ian as debris piles complicate search operations
"Words can't describe the amount of devastation and human impacts and economic impact to this small beachside community," said Fort Myers Beach Fire Chief Ron Martin.
"Words can't describe the amount of devastation and human impacts and economic impact to this small beachside community," said Fort Myers Beach Fire Chief Ron Martin.
Hurricane Ian causes major damage to over half of Southwest Florida school district campuses
More than half of the 119 schools in Lee County suffered minor damages.
More than half of the 119 schools in Lee County suffered minor damages.
Hundreds of stranded parrots rescued after Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian battered Southwest Florida a week ago with 150 mph gusts, making some roads impassable and islands inaccessible.
Hurricane Ian battered Southwest Florida a week ago with 150 mph gusts, making some roads impassable and islands inaccessible.
Temporary bridge to Pine Island gives residents access to mainland, brings fuel and utility workers to area
It's been a week since Hurricane Ian made landfall, and some residents on Pine Island could only reach the mainland by boat – until now. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a temporary bridge is open to the public, allowing power trucks and fuel to reach to the barrier island.
It's been a week since Hurricane Ian made landfall, and some residents on Pine Island could only reach the mainland by boat – until now. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a temporary bridge is open to the public, allowing power trucks and fuel to reach to the barrier island.
Florida flooding: FEMA registration intake centers to open in Seminole County
A Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) mobile registration intake center will open in Geneva Wednesday to help those impacted by historic flooding caused by Hurricane Ian, and is expected to move to other sites within Seminole County throughout the week.
A Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) mobile registration intake center will open in Geneva Wednesday to help those impacted by historic flooding caused by Hurricane Ian, and is expected to move to other sites within Seminole County throughout the week.
Flooding still a major problem in Florida one week after Hurricane Ian
It's been nearly a week since Hurricane Ian made a catastrophic landfall along Florida's southwestern coast, and as cleanup and search and rescue efforts continue across the state, flooding is still a major concern as rivers continue to rise.
It's been nearly a week since Hurricane Ian made a catastrophic landfall along Florida's southwestern coast, and as cleanup and search and rescue efforts continue across the state, flooding is still a major concern as rivers continue to rise.
Tropical Depression 12 forms in the Atlantic; second system has high chance of development
FOX 35 Storm Team Chief Meteorologist Jayme King has the forecast.
FOX 35 Storm Team Chief Meteorologist Jayme King has the forecast.
Days after Ian, Daytona residents still in need of help at flooded apartment complex
The city of Daytona Beach has a long road ahead in its recovery following Hurricane Ian. One of the things people seem to be most frustrated about is the lack of direction following the storm.
The city of Daytona Beach has a long road ahead in its recovery following Hurricane Ian. One of the things people seem to be most frustrated about is the lack of direction following the storm.
More Florida homes flooded as Astor sees St. Johns River crest
In Astor, the St. Johns River hit its highest point, cresting on Tuesday.
In Astor, the St. Johns River hit its highest point, cresting on Tuesday.
Rising St. Johns River now just feet away from Sanford businesses
Seminole Blvd. runs alongside Lake Monroe from Interstate 4 to Downtown Sanford. Next to the boulevard is the Sanford River Walk. Both the roadway and the popular biking and jogging path are underwater.
Seminole Blvd. runs alongside Lake Monroe from Interstate 4 to Downtown Sanford. Next to the boulevard is the Sanford River Walk. Both the roadway and the popular biking and jogging path are underwater.