Biden requests extra $4 billion for disaster relief, bringing total to $16 billion

The Biden administration initially asked for $12 billion in additional funding for FEMA's disaster relief fund, which helps with rescue and relief efforts.

Losses from Hurricane Idalia expected to top $10 billion

Analysts said the fast-moving nature of the storm and its path over rural communities helped prevent a worst-case scenario. Some of the worst impacted counties were Dixie, Levy and Taylor.

Idalia's wrath continues across Southeast with flooding in Charleston following historic Florida landfall

The deadly Category 3 hurricane hit along the coast of the Florida Big Bend near Keaton Beach about 7:45 a.m. local time, posing an immediate threat to lives and properties with 125 mph winds and significant flooding.

California heat wave: When will cooler weather arrive?

A mini heat wave that brought triple-digit temperatures to some parts of Southern California is moving out as cooler temperatures are expected to bring below-normal temps to the area.

Hurricane Idalia tracking to Florida landfall as dangerous Category 4 storm

The time to prepare is over and a dire situation is unfolding along Florida’s Gulf Coast as Category 4 Hurricane Idalia continues to rapidly intensify in the Gulf of Mexico. Catastrophic, life-threatening storm surge and destructive winds will pound the state’s Big Bend region as the monster storm nears the coast just hours away from landfall.

Florida prepares for arrival of Tropical Storm Idalia, which is forecast to become a major hurricane

Florida residents are evacuating from homes in low-lying areas along the Gulf Coast as forecasters predict that Tropical Storm Idalia will hit the state as a major hurricane by Wednesday.

Hot playground danger: Kids could get third-degree burns from equipment

Playgrounds can turn dangerous in the heat when slides, swings, and benches heat up. Temperatures over 118 degrees can cause a first-degree burn, and temperatures over 131 can cause a second-degree burn.

Oak Glen community begins storm cleanup

San Bernardino County Public Works crews and private contractors were in a Yucaipa neighborhood Tuesday continuing cleanup efforts after Tropical Storm Hilary pummeled the region.

Tropical Storm Hilary floods neighborhoods
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As Sunday marked California's first tropical storm since 1939, Hilary flooded Southern California neighborhoods and roads.

People rescued in Hilary floods placed on front loader
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FOX 11 shared videos of dramatic rescues taking place when Tropical Storm Hilary hit Southern California.