Annual Tampa tree giveaway aimed at replenishing tree canopy after hurricanes

After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Tampa lost thousands of trees. It's why city officials are encouraging residents to participate in the fourth annual "Mayor Jane's Tree Giveaway."

Volunteers help mother move into new home after hurricanes

No one needs a reminder that the hurricanes impacted the Tampa Bay area this past season, but some people could not have recovered without the help of outreach groups and volunteers.

New Florida bill aims to prepare local governments for better hurricane response

A bill led by a Pinellas County state senator now heads to the Florida House, focusing on hurricane preparedness and response. Its goal is to make sure each county has a post-storm plan following the devastating impacts of last year’s hurricane season.

Gulfport couple raises home after Hurricane Helene: ‘Up we go’

A Gulfport couple is preserving their colorful cottage by raising it 10 feet and hopes neighbors will follow suit to preserve the neighborhood charm.

Families turning to $813M Pinellas County program for post-hurricane help: 'I'm stuck'

Several months after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there are still many families feeling left behind – displaced, waiting on FEMA funds or other programs that promised to help them recover.

Sarasota parks continue recovery six months after Hurricanes Helene, Milton

Hurricanes Helene and Milton brought damage to every single park and recreation facility in the City of Sarasota. While many locations have reopened, there are a few that will take time to recover. 

Hurricane Helene storm surge relocates dozens of Egmont Key tortoises to Fort De Soto

Visitors to Fort De Soto may notice some new residents. Experts say they’re monitoring 84 tortoise burrows at Fort De Soto, which is 10 times the number of burrows there before Hurricane Helene.

Homeowner refuses to let 2024 hurricanes push him off Bradenton Beach

In the aftermath of 2024's devastating hurricanes, some have chosen to walk away – but one Bradenton Beach resident has made it his goal to return home.

Anna Maria Island Historical Society reopens after feet of storm surge from Hurricane Helene

After Hurricane Helene brought three feet of storm surge to the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, the museum's volunteers found themselves rushing to save the island's history. 

Manasota Key residents concerned for community's future after devastating hurricanes

Six months after Hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated the beach community of Manasota Key, one thing is clear: there's a long way to go in the recovery process.