Florida utilities recorded an unusually high demand for electricity during an historic Arctic blast that sent temperatures into the teens across the Panhandle and reached as far south as the Florida Keys.

Twin brothers Alex and Andrew Schwartz are 20 years into their careers as HVAC technicians and have spent the last three years as co-owners of Eagle AC, their own HVAC business based in Gainesville.

Punxsutawney Phil has predicted six more weeks of winter after emerging from Gobbler’s Knob in western Pennsylvania.

Florida's severe weather week is here. And it's a great reminder that weather disasters can happen all year long - not just during hurricane season. From extreme cold to extreme heat, and everything in between, now is a great time to make sure you’re prepared.

Freeze alerts are in effect for Sunday night across much of Florida. This prolonged freeze will likely impact the crops in Florida.

AS the cold front pushes through Florida, the winds will pick up and Arctic air sinks over the state. Prepare for extreme cold.

Gainesville residents and University of Florida students alike are preparing for a sudden drop in temperatures over the weekend, leaving Gainesville natives grappling with freezing mornings and altered routines.

New alerts are in effect for Florida, and watches will likely become warnings as early as Friday, as extremely cold temperatures are expected to affect the state on Saturday and Sunday.

This will not be the coldest air mass of the season, but it could be the coldest air mass felt in over a decade for some. Some flurries are also possible.

Ocean effect snow is a rare phenomenon in Florida. Similar to lake effect snow, it takes place when cold air moves over warm water.