SUMMARY: The weather forecast highlights ongoing showers primarily affecting the Upper and Lower Keys as a breeze from the Northeast brings changes. Temperatures will remain in the upper 70s overnight, with a transition to calmer winds this weekend. Increased shower activity is expected, particularly in the South, with potential storms on Sunday afternoon. A weather front may push moisture out, resulting in drier conditions by Monday and cooler temperatures mid-week. The tropics are also being monitored, with one system dissipating and another showing limited organization. Rain chances are highest this weekend at 50%, tapering off into the following week.

CBS News Miami’s NEXT Weather Meteorologist Dave Warren says to expect a wet weekend with some rain showers late Friday night and going into the overnight.

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SUMMARY: Two days after Hurricane Milton struck Tampa Bay, FEMA has yet to begin assistance due to pending approval for a major disaster declaration from President Biden. In Forest Hills, residents like Amanda and Francisco TR face severe flooding, with significant damage rendered to their home, despite having flood insurance. Their attempts to navigate FEMA’s online system have been complicated, as Hurricane Milton isn’t yet listed. FEMA is working on the state‘s request, and while help is delayed, they continue to assist victims from Hurricane Helen, having already distributed over $154 million in aid.

Residents looking to process claims for Milton with FEMA cannot do so yet.

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SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton has intensified fears surrounding insurance policies in Florida, especially as the state–run Citizens Insurance Agency announced it will drop over 300,000 policyholders soon, transferring them to private insurers. Homeowners like Nancy Morales express concerns about potential premium increases and have pending claims that add to their anxiety. Florida regulators have approved this policy transfer amid ongoing market improvements, but many worry about timing it during hurricane season. Morales, who has already paid $36,000 out of pocket for roof repairs due to storm damage, is anxious about being dropped from Citizens as she awaits reimbursement.

CBS News Miami’s Ivan Taylor spoke with one South Florida homeowner who is impacted by the provider’s depopulation.

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