Hurricane Helene's 'catastrophic' storm surge brings danger, disastrous memories
Strong winds around the eye of a hurricane cause ocean water to circulate. As a storm arrives in shallower waters along the coast, the ocean bottom disrupts that circulation and forces water upward and inland. Other influencing factors are the timing of high tide, shape of the sea floor and coast and the angle of the storm's approach.
Powerful storm surge washes away homes and memories
Hurricane Helene wrecked homes and boats in Keaton Beach, Florida with violent storm surge and extreme wind.
Hurricane Milton Could Bring 15ft Storm Surge. Here's What that Looks Like
This 2022 video captures the devastating 15 foot storm surge at Ft. Myers Beach in Florida during Hurricane Ian.
Live updates: Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall in Florida with dangerous storm surge
The Category 4 storm prompted what could be Florida’s largest evacuation since Hurricane Irma in 2017, and officials say the time to prepare is running out.
Hurricane Milton Headed for Landfall: What to Know
Hurricane Milton is progressing toward Florida’s west-central coast, where it is projected to make landfall late Wednesday – bringing high levels of storm surge, wind and rain to a region still reeling from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene a little over a week ago.
How to help Hurricane Milton survivors after the storm
President Biden told Floridians his administration would offer support "for as long as it takes to rescue, recover and rebuild."
Storm chaser reveals what he saw in Hurricane Milton's eye
Lead pilot of the NOAA Hurricane Hunters Josh Rannenberg diligently monitors Milton's trajectory, anticipating its historic and potentially life-threatening impact.
Hurricane Milton live updates: Florida braced as storm to make landfall shortly
Residents braced for potentially catastrophic storm surge as state pounded by severe winds and heavy rain. More than 311,000 clients in Florida are without power as Hurricane Milton starts to make landfall near Tampa,
Hurricane Milton: Some already without power Wednesday as storm approaches Treasure Coast
TCPalm will be tracking power outages throughout the day as Hurricane Milton begins to impact the Treasure Coast on Wednesday and into Thursday.
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Hurricane Milton’s worst is arriving now in Florida
Milton is impacting Florida with dangerous surge, wind, tornadoes and rain with only hours remaining until landfall and one of the most destructive blows to parts of the state.
The Latest: Hurricane Milton strengthens into a Category 5 as Florida prepares for evacuations
Milton has rapidly strengthened in the Gulf of Mexico, becoming a Category 5 storm Monday on a path toward Florida ...
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Siesta Key residents grapple with Hurricane Helene's storm surge, worst they've ever seen
The only gauge to determine the depth was a waterlogged sedan in the very middle of the temporary pond, its hazards flashing ...
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Waves crash over pool at St. Pete home during Hurricane Helene
Terrifying moments caught on video showed Hurricane Helene’s powerful and deadly storm surge as it crashed into a home in Pinellas County last week. Terrifying moments caught on video showed ...
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Hurricane Helene storm surge spared few areas along the Gulf Coast in epic, terrible event
The tropical cyclone, the eighth named storm in a bizarre hurricane season, was freakishly massive. Its northerly track over the shallow continental shelf was a perfect surge-producing machine.
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Storm surge from Hurricane Helene proving to be devastating. Here's why and what that means
While wind can tear off roofs, knock down trees and snap power lines, storm surge can push buildings completely off their foundations, can trap and even drown people in their homes, wash out ...
Why Milton could become one of the most destructive hurricanes on record
When Hurricane Milton begins to hit Florida’s Gulf Coast late Wednesday, forecasters warn, the immense and powerful storm ...
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How hurricanes like Milton spawn tornadoes
Hurricanes often produce tornadoes that add to the destructive power of the storm – and climate change may make such ...