Cold-weather shelters open as front slams Central Florida
Read full article: Cold-weather shelters open as front slams Central FloridaCold-weather shelters will be open in some areas as a response to our latest cold front, with some counties also sharing guidance of free methods to reach the shelters.
Winter’s last stand? Why Florida’s cold front season is fading
Read full article: Winter’s last stand? Why Florida’s cold front season is fadingWe're currently watching one if not two potential cold makers that are slated to come down across Florida over the next couple of weeks. This could very well be the end of our cold front season. Here's why
SeaWorld Orlando rescues 16 cold-stunned green sea turtles for rehabilitation
Read full article: SeaWorld Orlando rescues 16 cold-stunned green sea turtles for rehabilitationShowing visible signs of stress on their shells and skin, the team’s goal is to stabilize and rehabilitate the turtles so they can be safely returned to their natural habitat once they are healthy and environmental conditions improve.
Florida cold blast helps remove over 5,000 invasive iguanas from ecosystems
Read full article: Florida cold blast helps remove over 5,000 invasive iguanas from ecosystemsThe most recent cold blast that sent Florida into freezing temperatures was good for at least one thing: helping get rid of thousands of invasive iguanas from our ecosystems.
These programs offer help for seniors, low-income residents pay their energy bills during cold snap
Read full article: These programs offer help for seniors, low-income residents pay their energy bills during cold snapA set of federally funded programs offers emergency assistance to low‑income residents and seniors struggling with rising energy costs — a concern heightened by the recent cold snap in Central Florida.
‘Get them out of our environment:’ Iguana expert collects reptiles during Florida cold snap
Read full article: ‘Get them out of our environment:’ Iguana expert collects reptiles during Florida cold snapA South Florida iguana expert gathered dozens of motionless reptiles Sunday morning as a cold snap swept through the region, causing temperatures to dip into the mid-30s. The cold-blooded iguanas fall from trees when chilled.
Central Florida utility companies urge customers to conserve power during freezing cold blast
Read full article: Central Florida utility companies urge customers to conserve power during freezing cold blastUtility companies in Central Florida sent a message to customers urging them to reduce and conserve energy use when demand for electricity was anticipated to be the highest.
Boil-water notice in Lake County after frozen pipes impact over 800 FGUA customers
Read full article: Boil-water notice in Lake County after frozen pipes impact over 800 FGUA customersFlorida Governmental Utility Authority customers in Lake County were advised of a system-wide boil-water notice after more than 800 people were impacted by frozen pipes that morning.
Viewers show off frozen fountains, icy ingenuity and more from Florida freeze
Read full article: Viewers show off frozen fountains, icy ingenuity and more from Florida freezeNews 6 viewers are using PinIt! to send in pictures of their cold-weather preparations and of the weather itself, giving us more glimpses of the latest Florida freeze.
Freezing weather threatens Pierson fern farms
Read full article: Freezing weather threatens Pierson fern farmsAbout 80% of the green foliage sold in bouquets across the U.S. and Canada comes from northeast Volusia County. Companies growing ferns are watching the weather closely because freezing conditions can kill plants before their busiest season.
ARCTIC BLAST bringing dangerous cold, chance of rare snow flurries to Central Florida. Here’s what to know
Read full article: ARCTIC BLAST bringing dangerous cold, chance of rare snow flurries to Central Florida. Here’s what to knowCentral Florida is bracing for an arctic cold front with expected hard freezes, dangerous wind chills, strong winds and a rare chance of snow flurries. Here's everything to know.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Which Central Florida neighborhoods will feel the freeze the most?
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Which Central Florida neighborhoods will feel the freeze the most?Central Florida! A cold snap we haven’t experienced in about 16 years is expected this weekend. Here's how cold each county will get.
County-by-county: Which neighborhoods will feel the Florida freeze the most?
Read full article: County-by-county: Which neighborhoods will feel the Florida freeze the most?Temperatures tumbled off the edge of a cliff Monday, starting as early as 7 p.m. We came down from record high afternoons this previous weekend, and went right back into freezing conditions. The "best," and we use that term relatively, is yet to come. Here's a county-by-county look at what you should prep for as we head for Feb. 1.
Central Florida first responders prepare for surge in weather-related emergencies
Read full article: Central Florida first responders prepare for surge in weather-related emergenciesLt. Dave Williams said with the prolonged cold snap, Seminole County firefighters are expecting to see more calls for people exposed to the weather.
How rare is this cold for Central Florida? A look at some past winter extremes
Read full article: How rare is this cold for Central Florida? A look at some past winter extremesIt's going to COLD this weekend. Trends suggest we'll drop below 32 degrees, if not close to even 10 degrees below freezing. How does this compare to other historical deep freezes the Orlando area has experienced?
What is ‘lead time’ and why it’s actually very important to you
Read full article: What is ‘lead time’ and why it’s actually very important to youYou have probably seen by now a freeze watch, or a cold weather advisory, or maybe even a freeze warning dash across your television screen or burst forth on your phones screen. But if you're out and about today, you'll notice its still a little warm and absolutely humid. National Weather Service is giving us as much lead time as possible ahead of the big freeze. What does lead time mean for you and your loved ones?
Frigid Florida air! When’s the last time it was this cold for this long in Orlando?
Read full article: Frigid Florida air! When’s the last time it was this cold for this long in Orlando?This kind of prolonged cold is rare for Central Florida and increases the risk for frost and freeze impacts through the majority of the week.
Central Florida could see record highs before major cold snap arrives
Read full article: Central Florida could see record highs before major cold snap arrivesCentral Florida is expected to see near-record warmth this weekend before a strong cold front arrives, bringing cooler temperatures and morning lows in the upper 30s for next week.
A Florida freeze isn’t always bad. Here are 3 things it helps with
Read full article: A Florida freeze isn’t always bad. Here are 3 things it helps withWhen freezing temperatures arrive in Florida, they tend to grab headlines for the all the problems they cause. But these rare cold snaps actually come with some sneaky benefits.
WATCH LIVE: Meteorologist Michelle Morgan previews cold night in Central Florida
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Meteorologist Michelle Morgan previews cold night in Central FloridaA strong cold front is bringing a freeze warning, high winds, and scattered rain to Central Florida, with temperatures expected to dip into the upper 20s and 30s.
Rain on the way to Central Florida, but focus is on lingering COLD BLAST that will follow
Read full article: Rain on the way to Central Florida, but focus is on lingering COLD BLAST that will followCentral Florida will see a brief round of much needed showers, but it will quickly be followed by a sharp surge of cold air!
These Central Florida counties are opening cold weather shelters as temperatures hit the 30s
Read full article: These Central Florida counties are opening cold weather shelters as temperatures hit the 30sTemperatures on Friday dropped to their lowest in a while, and we expect more cold weather on the way starting Sunday and into next week. Shelters for people who need to stay somewhere warmer are available across Central Florida.
Get ready... winter could finally take over our weather in Central Florida
Read full article: Get ready... winter could finally take over our weather in Central FloridaTomorrow's cold front brings little in the way of moisture or rainfall, but one thing it does seem to guarantee is the turning of the corner towards average if not consistent below average morning low's and afternoon high's! Here are the details
Return of the cold! Feels-like temps to drop to near freezing in parts of Central Florida
Read full article: Return of the cold! Feels-like temps to drop to near freezing in parts of Central FloridaA cold front has swooped across our state on Thursday to welcome the Thanksgiving festivities. After a little bit of rain, frigid polar air is rapidly filling in its place.
Arctic blast plunging Florida ‘feels-like’ temps into 20s, 30s. Here’s your COLD forecast
Read full article: Arctic blast plunging Florida ‘feels-like’ temps into 20s, 30s. Here’s your COLD forecastA strong arctic cold front is expected to send feels-like temperatures into the 20s and 30s across Central Florida.
Next cold front to blast through Central Florida may bring some rain
Read full article: Next cold front to blast through Central Florida may bring some rainOur next cold front is slated to come across the state tomorrow. With it along the nose of that cooler air we might see some showers and maybe a pop off thunderstorm or two. Here's how to plan accordingly for these late afternoon/early evening rains.
Cold weather shelter opening in Flagler County as cold temps hit Central Florida
Read full article: Cold weather shelter opening in Flagler County as cold temps hit Central FloridaA cold weather shelter in Flagler County will open after a strong cold front sweeps through the area, dropping temperatures across Central Florida.
Is Punxsutawney Phil punking Central Floridians?
Read full article: Is Punxsutawney Phil punking Central Floridians?As of Groundhog Day, Phil did in fact predict another six weeks of winter regardless if the calendar states the season is over. But it looks like Florida may be entirely excluded from this based on the latest model trends.
Is Florida done participating in the winter season?
Read full article: Is Florida done participating in the winter season?The arctic blast has long since dissipated, and for now, none of our computer models or long-range projections suggest another large outbreak is coming. We could receive some "cooler" air, dipping us into the upper 60s as we move through the first two weeks of February but... is winter just about over for us Floridians?
Snowplows in Florida? State transportation officials brace for winter storm
Read full article: Snowplows in Florida? State transportation officials brace for winter stormThe Florida Department of Transportation is taking measures to ensure the state's highway system stays safe through a winter storm that could drop some snow a bit too close for comfort.
Freeze warning, frost advisories issued for Central Florida. Here’s how cold it will get
Read full article: Freeze warning, frost advisories issued for Central Florida. Here’s how cold it will getHighs Tuesday were held in the 50s across Central Florida making it the coolest afternoon since the middle of last January
Busy weather week ahead as temperatures plummet. Will severe weather return?
Read full article: Busy weather week ahead as temperatures plummet. Will severe weather return?Our next two frontal systems could create some weather ruckus not only bringing frigid arctic temperatures, but the chance we get a stray strong thunderstorm or two as they cut across our viewing area.
Temperatures in Central Florida expected to plummet after possible much-needed rain mid-week
Read full article: Temperatures in Central Florida expected to plummet after possible much-needed rain mid-weekWarming continues over the next couple days, into the new week ahead. The next cold front is still slated to arrive Wednesday, with a decent shot a lot of us could get some rainfall from it as it works its way southeast before temperatures really come down the following morning.
Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida. Here’s where
Read full article: Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida. Here’s whereAs arctic air blasts through Central Florida, bringing the coldest air of the season, counties have announced cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida.
From a mild Thanksgiving to a chilly start to December!
Read full article: From a mild Thanksgiving to a chilly start to December!Thanksgiving keeps us around average temperatures for our area before a strong push of polar air comes across Florida, dipping us well into the 40s through the weekend and the start of next week.
Cold weather shelter to open in Titusville ahead of chilly overnight temperatures
Read full article: Cold weather shelter to open in Titusville ahead of chilly overnight temperaturesWith overnight lows expected to dip and winds set to start picking up speed, a cold weather shelter will open Wednesday evening in Brevard County, according to the regional emergency operations center.