If you’ve lived in Florida for any length of time, you know hurricanes are part of life. But there was a period not that long ago when we caught a lengthy break. From 2006 through 2015, Florida avoided a direct hit from a hurricane.

Homeowners in Florida are navigating a new landscape as the 2026 hurricane season approaches, facing a more competitive insurance market but also new laws affecting how quickly they must file claims.

Drought conditions gripping Florida and much of the Southeast could heighten the dangers posed by hurricanes in the coming months.

How to prepare for the storm season, which runs June 1 through Nov. 30.

New study ranks Florida 28th for disaster preparedness despite hurricane experience. Palm Beach County residents react to surprising findings ahead of hurricane season.

While predictions are for a "below-normal" season, forecasters continue to warn residents to prepare for the season and the earlier the better.

Kevin Guthrie said new DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin has made changes that may smooth the process for the Sunshine State.