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Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026: Hurricane impact on sand in Tampa Bay + population danger for horseshoe crabs

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The 2024 hurricane season may feel a bit far away at this point, but it left a lasting impact on Tampa Bay and the sand in the bay. You’ll hear what Eckerd College students found out, plus some events to round out this first full week of 2026 in the area. But first things first: the news.