Why fall season should actually begin on September 1

The calendar says autumn begins on Sept. 22, but 'climatological' or 'meteorological' fall starts 3 weeks earlier.

Florida dog reunited with owner after being separated during Idalia

Copper the pup went on an "unexpected adventure," the Charlotte County Emergency Management team said, but was reunited with its owner, thanks to an animal control officer.

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.

Friday morning weather forecast
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The temperatures will heat up this weekend, but the humidity will drop noticeably over Friday and remain comfortable.

Idalia weakens to post-tropical storm after carving deadly path of destruction from Florida to Carolinas

Authorities have attributed at least three deaths to Idalia -- two in Florida and one in Georgia. The storm is forecast to move away from North Carolina on Thursday while dumping heavy rain on coastal areas of the state.

Thursday evening forecast update
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A few showers south on Friday. Sunny and pleasant for the weekend.

Thursday Evening Weather Update
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Some clouds and milder temps tonight with a few isolated early morning showers possible well south of Atlanta. An east wind will keep the highs in the low 80s on Friday. Here is a look at the Holiday Weekend Outlook.

Looking back at Idalia's track
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FOX 5 Meteorologist Ryan Beesley breaks down the science of Idalia's track and what we can learn from the storm system.

Thursday afternoon forecast update
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A few showers south for Friday. Sunny and pleasant for the weekend.

Clean up in Georgia begins after Idalia
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The storm brought heavy winds and rain to portions of the Peach State. Crews could be seen clearing downed trees and attempting to restore power lines.

Gov. Kemp holds press conference after Hurricane Idalia hits Georgia

Kemp is holding a press briefing on Thursday to provide updates on the ongoing response efforts following Hurricane Idalia and other "pressing state matters."

Thursday morning weather forecast
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With Idalia behind us, August is wrapping up with a quieter and cooler day.