Jordan Bowen
Jordan Bowen joined FOX 13 News as a reporter in July 2018. Previously, he worked for three years as a reporter for WDTN-TV in Dayton, Ohio.
While in Ohio, Jordan covered some major national stories, including, the deadly Fireball ride accident at the Ohio State Fair and the funeral of Otto Warmbier. He also got to do an interview and partake in some target practice with the world’s youngest professional knife thrower, who’s just 7 years old. (Don’t worry; he still has all his fingers).
Before Ohio, Jordan spent three years working as a reporter for KOMU-TV in Columbia, Missouri.
Jordan is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and also a member of Investigative Reporters and Editors, Inc. While in college, Jordan served as an investigative unit intern for Inside Edition in New York City and interned for PBS in Washington, D.C.
When he’s not reporting the news, you’ll probably find him enjoying the Bay Area’s natural beauty, especially the beach.Jordan is excited to be able to call the Tampa Bay area home. He’s originally from the Kansas City suburb of Independence, Missouri. It’s safe to say this Midwestern-born, wannabe beach bum is happy to finally be living out his dream in the Sunshine State.
If you have a story idea, email Jordan at jordan.bowen@fox.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter.
The latest from Jordan Bowen
Possible sinkhole nearly swallows two Polk County homes after Hurricane Milton
A possible sinkhole nearly swallowed up two Polk County homes Thursday after Hurricane Milton battered the area as it moved across the state.
Gas on the way to Tampa stations after drivers put strain on supply ahead of Hurricane Milton: DeSantis
Gas stations across Tampa were packed with drivers filling up Tuesday afternoon. Some pumps ran out, but Governor DeSantis says more is on the way.
Pinellas sheriff vows to shut down businesses that don’t heed evacuation orders ahead of Hurricane Milton
Beginning Sunday, Pinellas County ordered all long-term care facilities, assisted-living facilities, and hospitals in zones A, B, and C to evacuate. Meanwhile, many residents spent the day stocking up on groceries and supplies to prepare for Hurricane Milton.
6 FEMA sites open in Pinellas County to help people apply for assistance
It’s now been more than a week since Hurricane Helene devastated Tampa Bay. For the last several days, many who lost everything have been clearing out their homes and putting their water-soaked debris on their curbs all while balancing the financial burdens.
Indian Rocks Beach surfer saves a dozen trapped in flooded homes during Hurricane Helene: ‘He saved us’
During Hurricane Helene's wrath along the Gulf coast on Thursday, an Indian Rocks Beach surfer paddled toward the screams of people crying out for help from their flooded homes.
Bay Area auto shops, rental car companies inundated following Hurricane Helene
As displaced residents look for a place to stay many are also looking for a way to get around. All across the Tampa Bay area, cars were submerged from Hurricane Helene's record-breaking storm surge.
Hurricane Helene leaves many families without their homes
Hurricane Helene upended the lives of many people who don't even know where they are going to go to sleep for the next few weeks.
Shore Acres residents dealing with devastation from Helene: 'It's overwhelming'
Debris piles line the streets in St. Pete's Shore Acres neighborhood as residents clean up from Hurricane Helene. The area saw homes with several feet of water inside.
Governor DeSantis visits Manatee County after Hurricane Helene
On Saturday, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Bradenton Beach, one of the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Helene.
Gulfport boat owners impacted by Debby now preparing for Helene impacts
Debby’s destruction is still on display several weeks later in Gulfport. As vessel owners prepare for yet another storm, several overturned sailboats still remain, serving as a reminder of why it's so important for owners to secure their boats.