Residents of Bradenton Beach mobile home park fighting eviction post-Hurricane Helene
The Pines Trailer Park in Bradenton Beach has withstood the test of time, but now, the park’s owner is telling residents that everyone will soon be evicted.
Pasco County asks for community feedback on where nearly $600 million in hurricane relief funds should go
It’s been six-and-a-half long months for many communities in the Tampa Bay region following hurricanes Helene and Milton, so Pasco County is looking to hear where help is needed most with a $585.7 million grant from the federal government.
Bay Area officials using lessons learned from last year to prepare for 2025 hurricane season
The recovery from the three major storms that hit the Tampa Bay Area last year now overlaps preparations for this upcoming hurricane season.
One of Pasco’s largest parks reopens after Hurricane Helene
Nearly seven months after Hurricane Helene, one of Pasco County's largest parks has reopened.
Laurel Meadows residents voice concerns over conditions left from Debby
Eight months ago, Hurricanes Helene and Milton and Tropical Storm Debby dumped more than a foot of rain in Sarasota County.
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."
Pasco County to enforce building permit regulations months after hurricanes. Here's what to know
Pasco County officials will be re-inspecting hurricane-impacted areas starting Monday, and enforcing building permit regulations.
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.
Manatee County working with contractors to clear canals and waterways before 2025's hurricane season
Tropical storm Debby brought flooding that had never been seen in many parts of Manatee County. Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t help.
Treasure Island’s iconic Thunderbird Beach Resort announces total teardown after hurricanes
The Thunderbird Beach Resort has been a beloved landmark on Treasure Island for 68 years.
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.
FEMA extends Transitional Sheltering Assistance program deadline for eligible hurricane survivors
The deadline has been extended to June for FEMA's Transitional Sheltering Assistance program helping hurricane victims.
Treasure Island votes against funding to keep state workers helping with hurricane relief
Treasure Island commissioners made a tough decision on Tuesday night, voting against funding to keep state workers who have been helping with hurricane recovery.
St. Pete Beach storm victims still out of their homes with FEMA hotel stays set to end: 'I'll be homeless'
Some St. Pete Beach residents don’t know where they’ll go when their FEMA hotel stays end this week.
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.
Resilient SRQ replaces home damaged during Hurricane Ian, dozens more to follow
Before Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there was Hurricane Ian. Now, nearly three years after that storm tore apart Diane Flanagan's home in Venice, a new beginning finally took shape.
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.
Bradenton Beach businesses still face permit frustrations months after Hurricanes Helene, Milton
During March, the sidewalk outside of Walter Loos' Bradenton Beach ice cream parlor is usually packed.
2025 Atlantic hurricane season brings elevated risk of major landfalls, experts predict
Leading hurricane researchers have a sobering outlook for the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season that could see the fury of storms exceeding typical levels.