September has so far seen the development of hurricanes and several we're watching now.

Activity in the tropics has ramped up, with and a tropical depression expected to develop this week, according to the National Hurricane Center.

As Florida and the broader Southeast face the challenges of the 2025 hurricane season, all of us at the USA TODAY Network are committed to keeping you and your communities informed every step of the way.

We understand that many residents — from the Panhandle to Brevard County to the Keys — may be dealing with disruptions to essential services like water, electricity, and cell phone coverage in the wake of recent storms.

To support you during these difficult times, we’ve launched a text message service that delivers the latest updates on tropical storms and

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