In Florida, the forecast cone is only part of the story. Hurricane impacts can extend far beyond the center track — reaching inland through wind, flooding, and tornadoes.

For many residents, it is not financially feasible to spend hundreds of dollars on generators, water bottles and other supplies on June 1.

With water levels dropping rapidly due to limited rainfall in the region, experts said these dry conditions are leading to increased competition among animals.

During an average year, the Atlantic Basin sees 14 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes. The list of names for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season starts with Arthur.

Florida Public Radio Emergency Network (FPREN) meteorologists Megan Borowski and Audrey Shirley tell us about the forecast for the 2026 hurricane season and its possible impact on Florida coastal and inland communities.

With drought spreading across north Florida, water levels are quickly falling, exposing creek beds and shorelines where many of these once submerged relics now sit.

While Marion County lifted its burn ban Thursday, Union County extended its ban through June 5.

Days of rain across Florida as tropical moisture arrives and increases the flood threat.

Forecasters believe a strengthening El Niño pattern is likely to emerge in 2026 and continue into winter, thus influencing temperature and precipitation trends across the United States.

While stormy western and interior patterns continue to start the week, we are looking toward a substantial increase in moisture, which could bring numerous showers and storms for several days.