Hurricane Helene unleashes fury on Mexico submerging Cancun resorts in torrential rain: 'Beach gone'
As the Category 1 hurricane formed Wednesday morning, it unleashed its fury in the Caribbean as its destructive eye is now set on the Florida coast with a life-threatening landfall expected on Thursday. The NHC said that the storm would bring "life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds and flooding rains" as it heads toward the U.S. Gulf Coast.
As the Category 1 hurricane formed Wednesday morning, it unleashed its fury in the Caribbean as its destructive eye is now set on the Florida coast with a life-threatening landfall expected on Thursday. The NHC said that the storm would bring "life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds and flooding rains" as it heads toward the U.S. Gulf Coast.
Live updates: Tropical Storm Helene nears hurricane strength in Caribbean on trek to Florida
Tropical Storm Helene is nearing hurricane strength just offshore of the northeastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula toward the Gulf of Mexico, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). It's expected to become a major hurricane (Category 3 or higher) before making landfall in Florida's Big Bend region on Thursday.
Tropical Storm Helene is nearing hurricane strength just offshore of the northeastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula toward the Gulf of Mexico, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). It's expected to become a major hurricane (Category 3 or higher) before making landfall in Florida's Big Bend region on Thursday.
NASA, SpaceX postpone launch date of Crew-9 mission to space station due to Tropical Storm Helene
NASA and SpaceX have postponed the launch of the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station due to Tropical Storm Helene.
NASA and SpaceX have postponed the launch of the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station due to Tropical Storm Helene.
Florida storm live updates: Watches expand as Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine expected to strengthen
Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine formed in the northwestern Caribbean Sea on Monday morning and is forecast to become a hurricane later this week, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC).
Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine formed in the northwestern Caribbean Sea on Monday morning and is forecast to become a hurricane later this week, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC).
Invest 97L forms, Florida to Louisiana braces for possible tropical storm or Hurricane Helene
According to the National Hurricane Center, the highest chance of tropical development over the next week is in the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico.
According to the National Hurricane Center, the highest chance of tropical development over the next week is in the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico.
The Central American Gyre: What to know as hurricane season continues
Learn how the Central American Gyre, a broad low-pressure system, can influence tropical storm formation and impact hurricane season. Stay informed about its potential effects on the Gulf and Caribbean.
Learn how the Central American Gyre, a broad low-pressure system, can influence tropical storm formation and impact hurricane season. Stay informed about its potential effects on the Gulf and Caribbean.
Francine weakens, leaves damage in Louisiana
Nearly half-a-million customers in Louisiana are waiting for power to be restored after the destruction of Tropical Storm Francine.
Nearly half-a-million customers in Louisiana are waiting for power to be restored after the destruction of Tropical Storm Francine.
Hurricane Francine builds strength as it approaches
Hurricane Francine could strengthen into a Category 2 storm before making landfall late Wednesday. It's taking aim at Louisiana, but people along the Texas Gulf Coast are also getting prepared. Wind gusts of more than 100 mph are expected along with heavy rain and a storm surge of six to ten feet. People in New Orleans spent Tuesday filling sandbags, buying gas and stocking up on groceries. The majority of New Orleans sits below sea level, so flooding there is a top concern.
Hurricane Francine could strengthen into a Category 2 storm before making landfall late Wednesday. It's taking aim at Louisiana, but people along the Texas Gulf Coast are also getting prepared. Wind gusts of more than 100 mph are expected along with heavy rain and a storm surge of six to ten feet. People in New Orleans spent Tuesday filling sandbags, buying gas and stocking up on groceries. The majority of New Orleans sits below sea level, so flooding there is a top concern.
Louisiana braces for Tropical Storm Francine
Tropical Storm Francine is just hours away from impacting Louisiana. The storm is expected to gain hurricane strength before making landfall. FOX's Bowen Kedrowicz is in New Orleans with more on how people have been preparing there.
Tropical Storm Francine is just hours away from impacting Louisiana. The storm is expected to gain hurricane strength before making landfall. FOX's Bowen Kedrowicz is in New Orleans with more on how people have been preparing there.
Up close look at Verizon's top secret facility in AZ
We're getting an up-close look into a secure, top-secret facility in Arizona that helps emergency crews when responding to severe weather disasters. The Verizon facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology, making sure communication is never an issue during these emergency situations. FOX 10's Marc Martinez has more.
We're getting an up-close look into a secure, top-secret facility in Arizona that helps emergency crews when responding to severe weather disasters. The Verizon facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology, making sure communication is never an issue during these emergency situations. FOX 10's Marc Martinez has more.
Tropical Storm Francine forms in Gulf of Mexico, forecast to strengthen into hurricane: NHC
Tropical Storm Francine has formed in the Gulf of Mexico, becoming the sixth named storm of the hurricane season a day before the official peak of the season, the NHC reported.
Tropical Storm Francine has formed in the Gulf of Mexico, becoming the sixth named storm of the hurricane season a day before the official peak of the season, the NHC reported.
It's been 10 years since widespread Phoenix area flooding
This Sunday marks 10 years since a terrible monsoon storm flooded streets across the Valley. There were dozens of water rescues that day and several lawsuits in the years since then. About four inches of rain fell on the Valley in a seven-hour time span. It flooded interstates and roadways. That led to lots of stuck vehicles and water rescues. Many homes were also flooded.
This Sunday marks 10 years since a terrible monsoon storm flooded streets across the Valley. There were dozens of water rescues that day and several lawsuits in the years since then. About four inches of rain fell on the Valley in a seven-hour time span. It flooded interstates and roadways. That led to lots of stuck vehicles and water rescues. Many homes were also flooded.
2 toddlers found dead in Oklahoma hot car tragedy, police say
Two toddlers were found lifeless inside a parked car in Oklahoma as temperatures soared to 90 degrees, according to authorities.
Two toddlers were found lifeless inside a parked car in Oklahoma as temperatures soared to 90 degrees, according to authorities.
Prime IV helps keep AZ seniors hydrated
IV company, Prime IV, is partnering with local assisted living facilities to make sure elderly residents stay hydrated during these hot months. FOX 10's Dominique Newland has the story.
IV company, Prime IV, is partnering with local assisted living facilities to make sure elderly residents stay hydrated during these hot months. FOX 10's Dominique Newland has the story.
Arizona DOT prepares for winter with new snowplows
The Arizona Department of Transportation revealed five new snow plows will be added to its fleet in Flagstaff, Prescott Valley, Fredonia and Show Low.
The Arizona Department of Transportation revealed five new snow plows will be added to its fleet in Flagstaff, Prescott Valley, Fredonia and Show Low.
Phoenix reaches 100 degrees for record 100th straight day
The temperature in Phoenix reached 100°F for a record 100th straight day. The previous record was 76 straight days, set in 1993.
The temperature in Phoenix reached 100°F for a record 100th straight day. The previous record was 76 straight days, set in 1993.
Monsoon kicks off start of September
A monsoon storm swept through the Phoenix area on Sunday, kicking off a wet September in the Valley.
A monsoon storm swept through the Phoenix area on Sunday, kicking off a wet September in the Valley.
Watch: Northern Lights shine bright as lava from volcanic eruption in Iceland shoots into the air
The incredible video shows the bright green color of the aurora borealis glowing above the volcano, which erupted for the sixth time since the end of 2023 at the end of August.
The incredible video shows the bright green color of the aurora borealis glowing above the volcano, which erupted for the sixth time since the end of 2023 at the end of August.
Scottsdale Fire demonstrates hiker rescue in heat
Scottsdale Fire Department demonstrates what goes into a hiker distress rescue and explains why hiking can be so dangerous during the heat, especially during a holiday weekend. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has the story.
Scottsdale Fire Department demonstrates what goes into a hiker distress rescue and explains why hiking can be so dangerous during the heat, especially during a holiday weekend. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has the story.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs visits Havasupai flood site
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs got a first-hand tour through the flooding site at Havasupai that left dozens of people stranded and one person dead after heavy storm runoff overtook the area.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs got a first-hand tour through the flooding site at Havasupai that left dozens of people stranded and one person dead after heavy storm runoff overtook the area.