As the gray, wet and windswept dawn began to light this small fishing village on the Gulf of Mexico, Martha Hutcheson slogged through about 6 inches of water near downtown. ...more

August 19, 2008

With Tropical Storm Fay eyeing Florida, Gov. Charlie Crist today declared a state of emergency. "This storm imposes a threat to the state of Florida," Crist said, urging residents to pay attention to forecasts and official warnings. ...more

August 16, 2008

LAND O' LAKES - One hint that the Pasco County School District's computer system was at risk came during the 2004 hurricane season when a leaky roof forced the district to shut down its mainframe computer system and cover equipment with plastic sheeting. ...more

July 2, 2008

A series of avalanches in the mountains outside Los Angeles killed three people, authorities said Saturday, while Southern California braced for more of the powerful storms that have pounded the area with heavy snow and rain. ...more

January 27, 2008