Hurricane forecast: Milton strengthens to Category 5 as Florida orders evacuations

Hurricane Milton increased to a Category 5 storm on Monday as it barreled toward an already-battered Florida. Here’s the latest information on the storm.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott deploying hurricane resources to Florida, Tennessee

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Monday that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to deploy Texas emergency response and recovery resources to Florida and Tennessee.

Dallas weather: Oct. 7 evening forecast
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FOX 4's Dan Henry breaks down the heat in North Texas and the powerful hurricane heading towards Florida.

Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall in Florida
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Hurricane Milton has reached Category 5 status as it moves toward Florida. Several communities in Florida are beginning to evacuate as the powerful hurricane is expected to make landfall this week.

Hurricane, Tropical Storm Watch vs. Warning: Here's what each means

Warnings are more dire than watches, but both need to be taken seriously. Here's a look at the differences between a Tropical Storm Watch, Hurricane Watch, Storm Surge Watch, Tropical Storm Warning, Hurricane Warning, and Storm Surge Warning.

International Space Station captures view of ‘colossal’ Hurricane Milton

NASA released footage of Hurricane Milton recorded by the International Space Station (ISS) on Monday, October 7, as the storm churned across the Gulf of Mexico.

Hurricane Milton becomes Category 5 hurricane
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FOX 4's Dylan Federico takes a look at the strength of Hurricane Milton as the storm moves toward Florida

US storm deaths can climb for years after storms, reaching thousands, report finds

A new report published in Nature reveals that hurricanes and tropical storms in the U.S. can indirectly cause thousands of deaths up to 15 years after the event.

Why 3 North Texas cities are ranked highest for natural disaster risk

Irving, Grand Prairie, and Arlington are the top three U.S. cities at highest risk for natural disasters, according to a study by WalletHub. Houston ranks fourth.

Dallas weather: Oct. 7 morning forecast
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Hurricane Milton's timing and where it will hit the U.S. Plus, warm temperatures in DFW and a concern for air pollution.

Dallas weather: Oct. 6 overnight forecast
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FOX 4's meteorologist Dylan Federico takes a look at the warm and dry week ahead.

Hurricane Milton: Evacuation orders expected Monday
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Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida later this week. Evacuation orders are expected to be issued on Monday.

Hurricane Milton: Track, landfall timing
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Hurricane Milton officially formed in the Gulf on Sunday. FOX 4's Dylan Federico takes a look at the storm's path and when it is expected to make landfall.

Dallas weather: Oct. 6 evening forecast
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FOX 4's Dylan Federico takes a look at the warm and dry forecast for the week.

Milton latest: Hurricane expected to intensify to Category 4 before Florida landfall

Hurricane Milton is rapidly intensifying as it barrels toward Florida, where potentially life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds and torrential rain are expected.

Dallas weather: Oct. 5 overnight forecast
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FOX 4 meteorologist Dylan Federico takes a look at the warm, dry forecast for the next week.

Hurricane Helene death toll rises to 227
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The death toll from Hurricane Helene has risen to 227 people as rescue efforts turn into recovery missions across states in the southeast. Meanwhile, volunteer organizations are stepping in to assess damage in hard-hit areas and bring critical relief to those in need.

Milton expected to become a major hurricane before slamming into Florida

The forecast for Tropical Storm Milton has evolved quite a bit in the last 24 hours, showing greater potential to be a more significant storm.