Eight counties in Florida are under 'extreme' drought conditions as more dry and warm weather is on the way while coastal ...

There were 57 wildfires currently burning in Florida on Tuesday, April 15, affecting almost 2,000 acres, according to the ...

Drought conditions continue to get worse around Florida and no rain is expected through the weekend. There were 62 wildfires currently burning in Florida on Wednesday, April 16, affecting more than ...

Warmer temperatures allow the little moisture on the ground to evaporate quickly, making the vegetation drier in Florida.

Florida has the only area of extreme drought east of the Plains. More than 40% of the state is under drought conditions, affecting 11.8 million residents. Twelve counties are under burn bans.