Storm in the Gulf forecast to become Tropical Storm Alex
A tropical storm watch as well as a flood watch is in effect for all of South Florida.
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A tropical storm watch as well as a flood watch is in effect for all of South Florida.
However, they are addressing weather concerns.
"Flooding is a threat to all of us," said spokesperson Erika Benitez. "We have to be prepared."
But despite a countywide effort, residents will likely still see some flooding from Potential Tropical Cyclone One.
"I don't think it's a surprise to anyone that in the first day of hurricane season we are staring down at a storm heading our way," said Randy Smith.
If you're one of the people who recently moved to South Florida, experts say it's important to stock up ahead of time.
Hildegart Ortega is devoted to protecting her home as well as her parents who live there with her.
The six-month Atlantic hurricane season opened Wednesday with storm trackers watching growing systems west and east of Florida.
On Wednesday morning, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and county officials held a press conference to talk about the 2022 Hurricane Season.
A record-setter when it made landfall along Mexico's Pacific coast, Agatha quickly weakened into a tropical storm but still poses possible lethal danger, forecasters say.
It's that time of the year, folks!
With a sales-tax "holiday" starting this weekend, Floridians can save a few dollars on pet supplies as they stockpile other needs for the upcoming hurricane season.
In its initial outlook, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting an above-average 2022 Atlantic hurricane season.
Another above-normal Atlantic hurricane season could be coming at us.
There is a new area to watch for possible development near the southeastern Bahamas this Sunday morning.
Tracking Tropical Storm Peter as it passes near the eastern Caribbean. Also, two other areas to watch for possible development
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.
Tropical Storm Peter formed early Sunday morning becoming the sixteenth named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
A tropical disturbance has a high chance of developing into the next named storm of the hurricane season.
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Tropical Storm Dorian, the fourth tropical storm of this year's Atlantic hurricane season, moves toward the Lesser Antilles.
As the Atlantic hurricane season comes to an end, it marks the 10th consecutive year that Florida has avoided a direct hit.
Florida International University and the National Hurricane Center are launching a new, Spanish-language website for hurricane preparation.
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Darvin Williams, who was appointed city manager earlier this year, denies the allegations against him.
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In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
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ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Iran's World Cup team coach says it was ordered to leave the U.S. and return to its training base in Mexico only a few hours after opening its politically charged tournament with a draw.
Democratic CFO candidate Annette Taddeo says she is running to strengthen oversight of Florida's insurance industry and better protect homeowners.
Miami-Dade Commissioner Oliver Gilbert says his record of delivering results sets him apart in the Democratic primary to replace retiring Rep. Frederica Wilson.
Florida House Speaker Danny Perez denied claims his nomination as U.S. ambassador to Brazil was tied to Florida's recent redistricting effort.
Moskowitz provided CBS News Miami with copies of virulent, antisemitic voicemails his office has received.
Critics argue his plan will decimate cities, counties, and local school districts.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
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The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
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