$7.5M in Additional Funds Approved for Manatee County Canal Cleanup Ahead of Hurricane Season

Tampa City Council to get update on storm readiness

For months, city crews have been working to clear storm ditches, clean storm drains and make repairs to the city's storm water system.

Although consumers will be able to take advantage of tax exemptions on key emergency products this weekend, merchants told EL VOCERO that tariffs and international shipping fees have made some items more expensive, especially those that rely on imported components.

Weathering the Storm: How to mentally prepare for hurricane season in Tampa Bay

Last hurricane season was tough for the Tampa Bay area. Many residents are still cleaning up more than six months after the storms hit and that can really take a toll on their mental health. The whole situation from last year, I think we are still re-living it. Especially seeing all the crews and construction people they are still present, said Azra Durovic.Azra and Stevo Durovic have lived in St. Petersburg for more than 20 years.Horrible. Ever…

$7.5M in additional funds approved for Manatee County canal cleanup ahead of hurricane season

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — Manatee County has been working to clear ditches, drains, canals, and other waterways ahead of this hurricane season. In March, commissioners approved $2 million in funding to start the work, and just this week, an additional $7.5 million was approved to continue into other areas. Contracted crews fired up their chainsaws along Lakewood Ranch Boulevard Wednesday, focusing on clearing overgrown vegetation and debris …

Dare County encourages residents to sign up for Special Needs Registry ahead of hurricane season

In times of emergency, Dare County is able to provide assistance to residents with special medical needs, which can include both physical or mental health disabilities. Individuals with special medical needs could require care and assistance in order to meet basic needs during an emergency situation and should plan carefully for disasters or other kinds of emergencies. Examples of persons who may have special medical needs can include, but are n…