Severe weather in Florida runs on thunderstorms, hail, high winds and heat, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting is state-level, covering the storms and heat events that affect communities from the Panhandle to the Keys.
A strong cold front dropped temperatures 10 to 15 degrees below normal in some parts of the state, with frost reported inland in North Florida.
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November 10, 2026
South Florida Iguanas Could Fall as Temperatures DropForecast lows near 49 degrees on Saturday, Nov. 14, could leave cold-blooded green iguanas stunned in trees.
November 5, 2026
Flooding Forces Relocation of 24 Florida Polling SitesA Florida executive order moved polling stations in flood-hit counties as misinformation claimed the storms were engineered to disrupt the election.
November 5, 2026
Historic Rain Floods Florida's Treasure CoastRainfall of up to 24 inches submerged neighborhoods and roads across several counties, prompting a state of emergency for seven counties.
October 28, 2026
Florida Homeowners Urged to Review Storm DeductiblesAgents advise residents to compare repair costs against insurance deductibles before filing wind-related storm claims.
October 27, 2026
Florida Records High Lightning Activity During 2026 SeasonThe state saw a 28% increase in lightning strikes this past summer compared to 2025 levels.
October 14, 2026
Florida Reported Rising Summer Temperatures Through 2022University of Florida researchers found an uptick in hot days and temperatures across the state over several decades.
October 14, 2026
Storm Isaias Left Six Dead in FloridaThe storm caused extensive damage to buildings and infrastructure across the state.
October 12, 2026
Florida Power & Light Restored 188,000 OutagesCrews are working to restore service to 95% of impacted customers by October 12 following Hurricane Isaias.
October 9, 2026
Hurricane Isaias Has Hit Florida PanhandleThe storm brought heavy winds and rain, leaving thousands of residents without power across the region.
September 28, 2026
Florida Lightning Strikes Rose 15 Percent This YearThe state recorded over 3 million lightning strikes, contributing to nearly 40 percent of total U.S. fatalities.
Across Florida, coverage here takes in damaging thunderstorms, hail, straight-line winds downing power lines, heat waves and flooding. Reporting reaches from the capital to the rural counties and the coastal cities alike. Afternoon storms recur through the warm months, so summer convective activity gets steady attention. Power outages and road hazards after a storm are the consequences that most often follow these events.
