City of Tampa
The Category 3 storm was predicted to cause catastrophic damage from wind and storm surge across Florida's west coast. While it was not as bad as originally forecast, photos from around the region show the destruction it did cause.
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After floods ravaged the county last year, commissioners said there seems to be enough already in the coffers, and from hurricane relief aid. -
Early assessments suggested Tampa might have to start from scratch. However, after reviewing engineering reports, a plan has been initiated to cut years off the time needed to reopen. -
County commissioners voted to use $125 million in tourist bed taxes to rebuild Sand Key, Treasure Island and Upham Beach. But a lack of easements from some property owners could make the effort a bit disjointed. -
The $709.3 million would assist Hillsborough County in recovering from damages caused by Hurricanes Idalia, Debby, Helene and Milton. -
People who abuse and abandon animals will face more penalties in Florida under a new law. They'll also be put on a public database. -
Minor repairs to the Tampa Bypass Canal should be completed in time for hurricane season, which begins June 1. -
On "Florida Matters," we speak with WUSF reporters about what local governments are doing to prevent excessive flooding this year and how people are rebuilding ahead of the hurricane season. -
Community leaders join "Florida Matters" to talk about how they helped with the recovery from the 2024 hurricane season. -
The Tampa Bay Times CEO said the building is uninhabitable and the newspaper is looking for a new home. -
The utility terrain vehicles are ready to help people trapped by high waters during the next major storm. They're big, they float and they bring a "fantastic" reaction from those in need of assistance. -
Hundreds of homes far inland were flooded last year during Hurricane Milton. We look at the reason why and what local governments are doing to keep it from happening again. -
Hillsborough County is holding public meetings to hear how it can do a better job of handling flooding during the upcoming storm season.
