SBA halts disaster loans after Hurricanes Helene, Milton as funding runs dry
The Small Business Administration has paused new disaster loans due to a funding shortfall caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, delaying aid for small businesses, homeowners, and renters. FEMA aid remains available.
North Carolina Christmas tree industry recovers from Helene as hope for holiday supply remains strong
Helene was a devastating storm that spared no region of North Carolina, including the state's Christmas tree industry – the second-largest in the U.S.
Hurricane Milton impacts already-struggling Florida citrus industry
Federal data shows Florida’s citrus crop was struggling before Hurricane Milton, with the damage expected to further exacerbate the challenges that growers now face.
Hurricane Milton latest: Biden visits Florida to survey damage
President Biden visited Florida Sunday after Hurricane Milton slammed into the state as a Category 3 storm.
Cedar Park teens host donation drive for hurricane victims
A couple of Cedar Park teens teamed up together to accept donations for The Austin Disaster Relief and Red Cross to help hurricane victims.
Biltmore Estate staff, guests host impromptu wedding for couple during Helene
After a couple's dream wedding at the iconic Biltmore Estate was canceled because of Helene, staff and hotel guests came together to save the big day.
Nearly 200 miles of historic Blue Ridge Parkway reopens in Appalachia following Helene
Rangers warn visitors should use extreme caution if they venture off the parkway, as assessments of the many trails have not been completed.
We Are Blood sends donations to help Hurricane Milton victims
In Central Texas, We Are Blood, is helping SunCoast Blood Centers, a blood site located just outside of Siesta Key, Florida.
This Week in Texas Politics: Election Day 2024 is less than a month away
FOX 7 Austin chief political reporter Rudy Koski and his panel of experts discuss what happened in This Week in Texas Politics.
If your flood insurance lapsed and then you were impacted by Helene, you may be able to renew it
The Federal Emergency Management Agency says certain policyholders in states affected by Hurricane Helene whose policies lapsed now have an extended deadline to renew their coverage. Here's what you need to know.
After backlash, Elon Musk's Starlink extends free service for hurricane victims through 2024
After facing backlash over fees, SpaceX is improving its Starlink offer for hurricane victims by extending free service through the end of 2024 to help with recovery efforts.
Hurricane Milton: Death toll rises as Florida recovers from damage
After Hurricane Milton, power and other utilities continued to slowly be restored across Florida on Friday. Here's what to know.
Kevin O'Leary argues recent hurricanes won't stop people from moving to Florida
Despite the destruction caused by Hurricanes Milton and Helene, Florida's housing market remains resilient, says Kevin O'Leary. Meanwhile, homeowners are facing surging insurance costs, with state officials estimating $20 billion in insured losses.
Former Tampa Bay Buc Tom Brady donates $100K for hurricane relief in Florida
“In the wake of Milton, I’ll be making a donation of $100K to help get essentials like food, water and first aid to fellow Floridians in need," the Super Bowl champion wrote on social media.
Hurricane Milton uncovers lost wedding ring after nearly a decade
After a challenging few days, Palm Coast couple Laura and Basil Yorio found a surprising silver lining following their evacuation from Hurricane Milton.
Dog rescued by troopers on I-75 ahead of Hurricane Milton not reunited with family despite rumors: LCHS
A dog who gained national attention after being rescued by a state trooper who found him tied to a pole in belly-high water as Hurricane Milton approached is safe at the Leon County Humane Society.
Helene kills 11 members of the same family after mudslide destroys their community
A North Carolina family lost 11 members in a mudslide caused by Hurricane Helene, as rescue efforts continue across the region. Learn how the community is coming together to support survivors and aid recovery efforts.
Video: Boat captain found clinging to cooler 30 miles off Longboat Key after surviving Hurricane Milton at sea
The U.S. Coast Guard says a life jacket, emergency position indicating locator beacon and a cooler likely saved the life of a boat captain who rode out Hurricane Milton a disabled boat in the Gulf of Mexico.
NOAA honors hurricane hunter by releasing his ashes into the eye of Hurricane Milton
Peter Dodge, a NOAA radar specialist, took one last flight into a hurricane as his ashes were released into the eye of Hurricane Milton, honoring his lifelong dedication to hurricane research.
Cell service outage Florida: How to set up satellite if cell service is down
Cell phones have the capability to send messages to satellites when a severe weather event or emergency occurs. Here is how it works.