Two years after Hurricane Helene, St. Pete Beach museum still awaits reopening

Two years after Hurricane Helene sent storm surge rushing into coastal communities across Tampa Bay, one St. Pete Beach museum is still waiting to reopen.

Hurricane Helene recovery: Tampa Bay area marks two years since storm

Saturday marks two years since Hurricane Helene tore through the Tampa Bay area, leaving a trail of coastal destruction that permanently altered local storm preparation and beach restoration strategies.

Shore Acres residents launch home dam company following severe flooding from Helene

A Shore Acres homeowner turned a personal disaster into a business venture, creating custom flood barriers to protect local properties after surviving Hurricane Helene.

Historic street on St. Pete Beach celebrates massive comeback after 2024 hurricane season

The historic Corey Avenue shopping district in St. Pete Beach is experiencing a major resurgence, as local businesses reopen following devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. 

Hillsborough County opens new pop-up disaster relief centers to help Hurricane Helene, Milton victims rebuild

Hillsborough County is expanding its disaster relief operations next week by opening two new pop-up centers to help low-to-moderate-income families secure federal funding to rebuild after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Treasure Island celebrates reopening of Sunset Beach Pavilion after Hurricane Helene damage

Nearly two years after Hurricane Helene devastated the Florida coast, the city of Treasure Island celebrated a major recovery milestone Thursday with the grand reopening of the Sunset Beach Pavilion. 

Hurricane-ravaged Humphris Park remains closed as Venice leaders look to repair and reopen it

Humphris Park at the South Venice Jetty has remained closed since Hurricanes Helene and Milton brought catastrophic damage and while the city of Venice said they are exploring options to reopen the park, but it will take time.

Tampa’s tree canopy matches 20-year low after 2024 hurricanes: Here's how it impacts your energy bill

A post-storm tree canopy analysis conducted by the city of Tampa, the University of South Florida (USF) and the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has quantified the environmental toll of Hurricanes Helene and Milton on the city’s tree canopy. 

Manasota Key Road reopens as Sarasota County eyes permanent solution to continued storm damage

Manasota Key Road in South Sarasota County is finally back open. It comes after a 2,000-foot section north of Blind Pass Park was shut down after Hurricanes Helene and Milton washed out the road in 2024. 

Work continues on historic Anna Maria City Pier after 2024 hurricane damage

One by one, new pilings are being installed as the City of Anna Maria Island works to build back the city pier, which has been closed since Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused damage to the pier and even washed away the pier's walkway. 

Caddy's in Treasure Island moves forward with renovations after Hurricanes Helene, Milton

Renovations are moving forward at a favorite beach bar and restaurant. Hurricanes Helene and Milton forced four to five feet of sand into Caddy's in Treasure Island last year. 

Pinellas County sees promising tourism data following Hurricanes Helene, Milton

After Pinellas County's coastline was rocked by Hurricane Helene, tourism data shows a strong rebound. Visit St. Pete-Clearwater said the tourism numbers from October 2024 to September 2025 exceeded expectations.