Mother Nature looks like she will cooperate this 4th of July. According to WUFT Chief Meteorologist Jeff George, the holiday weekend weather will be nothing we’re not used to. Expect scattered afternoon and early evening thunderstorms that will mostly decrease after sunset. George says occasional showers may put a temporary …
Read More »First day of summer brings high temperatures and warnings of heat-related illness
Today is the first day of summer and Florida is seeing a return of last week’s heat wave after a reprieve over the weekend. With soaring temperatures comes high heat that could prove a danger to vulnerable people like young children, the elderly and those exposed to the outdoors for …
Read More »A stifling heat wave is ahead this week for most of Florida
A record-setting heat wave is developing over the Southeast, including over the state of Florida.
Read More »Planning for hurricane season? Don’t forget your pets.
Hurricane season has begun, and no doubt you already have your hurricane kit assembled. But vets and animal experts warn not to forget about our pets.
Read More »Expect no immediate improvements on Florida insurance market, even after special session changes, Citizens president says
As the state-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corp. continues to balloon, officials this week praised steps that lawmakers took during a special legislative session to address the troubled property-insurance market.
Read More »Hurricane season begins with potential Gulf threat
Now is the time to make that you're prepared. ... Review your readiness plan for your family and for your property. You know the things that you need to survive through a storm.
Read More »NOAA predicts above average Atlantic hurricane season
Meteorologists at the CPC released their full forecast just before noon on Tuesday.
Read More »Florida lawmakers agree property insurance rates need to go down, though even with their actions, it will not happen anytime soon
Chris Sprowls, speaker of the Florida House, announced the possible end of the special session on property insurance and condo safety legislation for Wednesday, following a final review of the three bills and voting.
Read More »Marion County officials are still estimating damages from tornado
Marion County officials are now estimating over $15 million in damages after an EF1 tornado ran through Dunnellon and Ocala on Saturday. The national weather service reported that the tornado had winds up to 110 mph and was 200 yards wide and tracked over 25 miles through the county in …
Read More »Tornado causes damage in Marion County at apartments, car dealership and veterinarian’s office
A tornado ripped through Marion County early Saturday morning, downing trees and power lines and damaging buildings in southwest Ocala.
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