Do Florida schools close because of the cold? What we know

As temperatures are expected to be in the low 30s with 10 mile per hour winds Monday morning, will Central Florida schools close or issue a delayed start due to the weather? 

Two teens died in sledding accidents amid major winter weekend storm

The two teenagers died in separate sledding accidents in Arkansas and Texas over the weekend as a huge winter storm hit multiple states.

Northern lights expected to light up sky in parts of the US Monday

A severe geomagnetic storm watch is in effect Monday night as people prepare for northern lights to dazzle the night sky across the U.S. Here's where.

2025 was one of the hottest years on record, data finds

2025 became one of Earth’s warmest year on record, according to data. Here’s where the year ranked.

Florida’s 'Lightning Capital' title challenged by new report: Who's number one?

Florida may no longer hold the title of the nation’s lightning capital, according to a new report that ranks Oklahoma with more lightning activity, though some experts dispute the findings.

Orlando Weather: Strong thunderstorms, slight tornado threat overnight

As heavy rain pushes through on Sunday, some areas could see over 4 inches of rain, depending on if they get caught in a heavier downpour or a thunderstorm.

Orlando Weather: Thunderstorms, slight tornado threat overnight
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FOX 35 is tracking the chance for strong showers and thunderstorms overnight with heavy rain, a lot of lightning, damaging winds, and a slight chance for a tornado. Here is the latest forecast.

First snow of La Niña winter blasts millions in mid-Atlantic, unleashing hazardous travel conditions

More than 16 million people are under Winter Weather Advisories in the mid-Atlantic, waking up to their first snow of the season in parts of Virginia and Maryland, which is creating slick travel conditions and delaying school openings across the region.

Atlantic hurricane season 2025 is over: Here's what happened

2025 Atlantic hurricane season recap: tropical storms, hurricanes, historical markers and records, and 2026 season dates, predictions, preparation.

How come no hurricanes hit US, Florida this season?
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FOX 35 meteorologist T.J. Springer explains what factors may have helped keep tropical storms and hurricanes away from the U.S. this season. The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season ended Nov. 30, 2025.

White Thanksgiving: Powerful snowstorm prompts blizzard warnings, dangerous whiteout conditions

Periods of whiteout and life-threatening driving conditions will be possible across Michigan's Upper Peninsula, as well as places downwind of Lakes Erie and Ontario in Ohio, western Pennsylvania and western New York, beginning Wednesday through Friday.

Tropical fact check: Could a tropical system develop in December after hurricane season ends?

The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane season ends on November 30, 2025. To date, there have been five hurricanes and eight tropical storms – one of which made landfall along the East Coast of the United States.

Florida drought: A tale of two coasts
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On the East Coast of Florida, there is still spots of standing water in areas after heavy rainfall in October. Whereas on almost the entire west coast of Florida, that half of the state is in drought -- and potentially severe drought in some spots. FOX 35 meteorologist Brooks Garner explains.