Weather

An Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter aircraft is scheduled to investigate the system later today. It would be named Arlene if development and organization continues.

The hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30 and NOAA forecasters expect between 12 to 17 named storms. Of those, 5 to 9 could become hurricanes, including 1 to 4 major hurricanes.

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The drones will allow them to evaluate damage in areas that are inaccessible after a storm.

Forecasters have predicted 12 to 17 named storms will form with five to nine developing into hurricanes. One to four of those could grow into major hurricanes.

New findings from AAA’s annual hurricane season survey show 19% of Floridians do not prepare ahead of time for hurricane season or severe weather.

As the 2023 hurricane season starts, memories are still fresh of Hurricane Ian causing billions of dollars in damage and pushing water across Southwest Florida barrier islands.

The National Hurricane Center continues to monitor an area in the Gulf of Mexico that promises to bring heavy rain and gusty winds to Florida by the end of the week.

Among the items that qualify for the Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday are such things as common household items and pet supplies.

In the months after Hurricane Ian made landfall, residents in Fort Myers Beach, Pine Island, and Sanibel, Florida have struggled to navigate insurance claims, building permits, and government aid as they rebuild their lives.

The sales tax holiday runs from May 27 to June 9. Residents are encouraged to use the tax exemptions to purchase supplies for their hurricane readiness kits.

A high risk of rip currents will make for dangerous beach conditions through the Memorial Day weekend.