Aerial views reveal destruction in Florida
David Begnaud got a look from the air at the catastrophic damage that Hurricane Ian left behind. The cost to rebuild could be in the tens of billions. He describes what he saw.
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Millions without power in Florida from Hurricane Ian
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said on Thursday that there were more than 2 million power outages in Southwest Florida alone and that at least two counties will likely need their infrastructure rebuilt.
Biden: Hurricane Ian "could be the deadliest hurricane in Florida's history"
Federal Emergency Management Agency officials briefed the president on the massive storm Thursday.
Storm chaser documents Ian's damage
Hurricane Ian left a trail of destruction across Florida before being downgraded to a tropical storm. Chris Hall, owner of 606 Storm Chasing, is following the storm and documenting its force. He joins CBS News to discuss the impact.
World Central Kitchen helping storm victims
The nonprofit World Central Kitchen is helping in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian by providing fresh meals to impacted communities. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Tanya Rivero spoke with the organization's Florida lead, Fiona Donovan, about their response.
Florida hotel helps Hurricane Ian evacuees
Hurricane Ian caused damage and flooding across a wide swath of Florida, and as it battered the state, one hotel group is opening their doors to help displaced residents. Jennifer Rice-Palmer, the director of guest services at Rosen Hotel and Resorts, talks with CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Tanya Riviero about the company's efforts to give back.
Florida resident on riding out Hurricane Ian
Bailey Shatney was in Port Charlotte, Florida, when Hurricane Ian hit. She joins CBS News to discuss the experience and the damage captured in video footage she posted to her Twitter account.
Tracking Ian: Hurricane warning for South Carolina
Michael Brennan, the acting deputy director of the National Hurricane Center, joined CBS News with the latest forecast for Ian, which is now a tropical storm but could strengthen again as it moves toward South Carolina after hitting Florida.
Ian causes major damage, flooding in Florida
We are seeing more of the catastrophic damage that Ian is causing across the state of Florida. More than 2.5 million homes and businesses are without power, and huge areas are affected by flooding. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins us from Fort Myers, Florida, with a firsthand look at the extent of the damage.
Sanibel Island and its residents "forever changed," mayor says
"We are heart sick and devastated, but our community will prove to be so much stronger than Ian," Mayor Holly Smith said of the island, which has been cut off from Florida's mainland.
Storm and flood threat from Ian remains
Millions of people across Florida are facing severe flooding and widespread power outages after Hurricane Ian plowed across the state. The storm is now a tropical storm, but as CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides explains, officials say say the threat isn't over.
Emergency resources for storm victims
While Ian is still pounding parts of Florida, some emergency resources are becoming available. CBS News anchors Tanya Rivero and Lana Zak spoke with Thomas Mantz, the president of Feeding Tampa Bay, about how people affected by the storm can get the help they need.
Surveying Tampa storm damage
Tampa, Florida was prepared to get a direct hit from Hurricane Ian, but was spared. Sheriff Chad Chronister joins CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave to discuss the damage the city did experience.
Northeast Florida braces for flooding
Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued in St. Augustine, Florida as the remnants of Hurricane Ian continue lashing the state. CBS News' Meg Oliver joins "CBS News Mornings" from St. Augustine to share how residents are reacting as the city experiences extreme flooding and winds.
FEMA administrator on Hurricane Ian response
Hurricane Ian made landfall in southwest Florida on Wednesday afternoon as a Category 4 storm. Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell joins "CBS Mornings" to give an update on the federal and state storm response.
Daytona Beach mayor on how city prepared new residents, seniors for Ian
Daytona Beach is located on the opposite side of where Ian first made landfall on Wednesday as a Category 4 storm.
Hurricane Ian impacts travel across Florida
Some airports around Florida are closed as Ian is making its way through the state. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave discusses travel impacts and what people need to know if they're stuck.
Rescuing the world's coral reefs
Anderson Cooper reports from Florida, where marine biologists are fighting to rebuild endangered reefs.
Sarasota emergency chief on Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian made landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast as one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the country. Sarasota County Emergency Management Chief Ed McCrane joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the devastating impact of Ian on the coastal county.
Riding out the hurricane in Naples, Florida
Tropical Storm Ian has left many parts of Florida with power outages, flooding and severe damage. Aleksandra Parrish has lived in Naples, Florida her whole life and chose to shelter in place at home when the hurricane hit. She joins "CBS News Mornings" to share her experience riding out the storm.
Meteorologist Jim Cantore hit by debris in hurricane
The Weather Channel meteorologist Jim Cantore faced the dangers of Hurricane Ian in full force on Wednesday while covering the storm in Punta Gorda, Florida. Winds from the then-Category 4 storm flung a tree branch into him as he was in the street, causing him to fall and struggle to battle the winds back to a safe location.
Red Cross dispatches aid to Florida
Ian has downgraded from a hurricane to a tropical storm, but now days of clean up and aid distribution are ahead. Red Cross national spokesperson Sherri McKinney joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the effort.
Ian makes way across Florida
More than 2 million people have lost power in Florida as one-time Hurricane Ian, now a tropical storm, pummels the Sunshine State. A powerful storm surge, rainfall of 12-18 inches and 150 mph winds have downed trees and powerlines, creating dangerous conditions. Emergency crews in some areas were unable to respond to 911 calls. Ian was marching across Florida and storm surges as high as six feet were still expected in the northeast part of the state. Florida officials warned that residents could see tornadoes, high winds and flash flooding.
Jim Cantore hit by branch while covering hurricane
Hurricane Ian's strong winds and storm surge is dangerous for millions of residents across Florida's west coast and for those covering the monster storm. The Weather Channel's Jim Cantore learned that first-hand covering the storm in Punta Gorda when he was hit by a branch.
Ian moves across Florida after slamming coast at Category 4
It made landfall over southwestern Florida as a major Category 4 hurricane and, while downgraded, was still packing a powerful punch overnight.
U.S. launches Christmas Day strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
The strikes come after thle president spent weeks accusing Nigeria's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
More severe weather in store for a soaked California, raising mudslide risk
More severe weather is forecast for an already soaked California, raising risk of additional mudslides and debris flows.
Zelenskyy says he had "very good conversation" with U.S. envoys on Christmas
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he discussed "substantive details" of a Ukraine-Russia peace deal with President Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Christmas.
Death toll from UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville rises to 15
On Nov. 4, UPS Flight 2976 bound for Hawaii crashed moments after takeoff from Louisville International Airport, where UPS has its global aviation hub.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
As beef prices rise, small butcher shops adapt to changing demand
With higher prices for beef, customers are looking for alternatives.
Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi Beach attack
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national bravery award to honor those who confronted an antisemitic terror attack.
Single ticket wins Powerball's $1.817 billion Christmas Eve jackpot
A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever won.
King Charles and royal family, minus Andrew, gather for Christmas
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.