Pinellas residents on barrier islands come back to 'war zone' after Hurricane Helene
Sunset Beach residents said they came back to a war zone after Hurricane Helene.
Sunset Beach residents said they came back to a war zone after Hurricane Helene.
Oldsmar residents picking up the pieces after Hurricane Helene
The waters of Old Tampa Bay in Oldsmar are quiet now, but the sounds along its shores come from hammers and saws. People are removing soaked drywall and putting their ruined furniture and appliances out on the curb.
The waters of Old Tampa Bay in Oldsmar are quiet now, but the sounds along its shores come from hammers and saws. People are removing soaked drywall and putting their ruined furniture and appliances out on the curb.
Pinellas teacher dies in dangerous storm surge caused by Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene is gone, but it left a mark on the Tampa Bay area that will not be forgotten. The barrier islands of Pinellas County took one of the hardest hits, where nine people were killed.
Hurricane Helene is gone, but it left a mark on the Tampa Bay area that will not be forgotten. The barrier islands of Pinellas County took one of the hardest hits, where nine people were killed.
Homeowners affected by Hurricane Helene advised to file insurance claims ASAP
Homeowners affected by Hurricane Helene are advised to file insurance claims ASAP
Homeowners affected by Hurricane Helene are advised to file insurance claims ASAP
Join the effort: How you can help Hurricane Helene's devastated communities
Relief efforts are underway, with government agencies and aid organizations like the American Red Cross, Samaritan's Purse, and the Salvation Army providing assistance.
Relief efforts are underway, with government agencies and aid organizations like the American Red Cross, Samaritan's Purse, and the Salvation Army providing assistance.
Tampa's South West Shore neighborhood sees record storm surge from Helene
Piles of debris sit on many of the curbs throughout the South West Shore area of Tampa after Hurricane Helene brought record storm surge to the neighborhood.
Piles of debris sit on many of the curbs throughout the South West Shore area of Tampa after Hurricane Helene brought record storm surge to the neighborhood.
'I'm completely overwhelmed:' Manatee, Sarasota counties trying to move forward post Hurricane Helene
A long recovery is underway in Manatee and Sarasota Counties.
A long recovery is underway in Manatee and Sarasota Counties.
Gov. DeSantis launches ‘Operation Blue Ridge’ to help rescue Floridians trapped in North Carolina
Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis will get a first-hand look at the damage Hurricane Helene left behind in Bradenton.
Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis will get a first-hand look at the damage Hurricane Helene left behind in Bradenton.
Siesta Key family ‘narrowly escapes’ house fire after video shows Tesla battery igniting in garage
A family on Siesta Key survived Hurricane Helene but narrowly escaped when they say a Tesla parked in their garage ignited in the middle of the night.
A family on Siesta Key survived Hurricane Helene but narrowly escaped when they say a Tesla parked in their garage ignited in the middle of the night.
Tampa, Hillsborough County open comfort stations for residents impacted by Helene
Hillsborough County and the City of Tampa opened six comfort stations on Monday to provide help and resources for residents impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Hillsborough County and the City of Tampa opened six comfort stations on Monday to provide help and resources for residents impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Here's how Pinellas County residents impacted by Hurricane Helene can get help
Pinellas County officials gave an update Monday morning on recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, including how affected residents can get help.
Pinellas County officials gave an update Monday morning on recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, including how affected residents can get help.
Got sand from Hurricane Helene? Here’s how to dispose of it in Pinellas County
Many residents and businesses in Pinellas County got an unprecedented amount of beach sand on their properties during Hurricane Helene and officials say while some of it can be returned to the beach, some of it needs to be disposed of differently.
Many residents and businesses in Pinellas County got an unprecedented amount of beach sand on their properties during Hurricane Helene and officials say while some of it can be returned to the beach, some of it needs to be disposed of differently.
Storm debris pickup begins in some areas impacted by Hurricane Helene
As thousands of Tampa Bay area residents assess the damage to their homes from Hurricane Helene, crews in parts of the region are starting to pick up debris left behind by the storm.
As thousands of Tampa Bay area residents assess the damage to their homes from Hurricane Helene, crews in parts of the region are starting to pick up debris left behind by the storm.
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.
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.
Treasure Island begins long cleanup process after Helene: 'My heart breaks'
Four people have died from Hurricane Helene on Treasure Island. Sunday was the first full day the island was open to residents, business owners, and employees.
Four people have died from Hurricane Helene on Treasure Island. Sunday was the first full day the island was open to residents, business owners, and employees.
How to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene: Resources, donations, government programs
Hurricane Helene help, resources, and recovery in Florida: Florida State Assistance Information Line, How to apply for FEMA, Disaster Distress Helpline, American Red Cross, Florida Disaster Fund, Price Gouging Hotline.
Hurricane Helene help, resources, and recovery in Florida: Florida State Assistance Information Line, How to apply for FEMA, Disaster Distress Helpline, American Red Cross, Florida Disaster Fund, Price Gouging Hotline.
2 Pinellas County schools shut down after Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene’s widespread aftermath is also affecting the Pinellas school system. One faculty member lost their life, and hundreds of teachers suffering flood damage.
Hurricane Helene’s widespread aftermath is also affecting the Pinellas school system. One faculty member lost their life, and hundreds of teachers suffering flood damage.
Impacted by Hurricane Helene? Here's how to apply for FEMA Assistance
Hurricane Helene recovery: Here's who may be eligible for FEMA assistance, what assistance is available, what's potentially covered, and how to apply.
Hurricane Helene recovery: Here's who may be eligible for FEMA assistance, what assistance is available, what's potentially covered, and how to apply.
WATCH: Aerial view of Hurricane Helene damage in Tampa Bay Area
Helene did not directly hit the Bay Area, but an unprecedented storm surge produced by the hurricane devastated many of the coastal communities.
Helene did not directly hit the Bay Area, but an unprecedented storm surge produced by the hurricane devastated many of the coastal communities.
Longboat Key residents allowed back on island
Longboat Key residents were allowed to return to their homes on Sunday afternoon.
Longboat Key residents were allowed to return to their homes on Sunday afternoon.



















