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Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene debris

Officials say debris in Pinellas is ‘unprecedented’

Officials say the storm debris in Pinellas County is “unprecedented.” Communications Director Barbara Hernandez said compared to other storms, Hurricane Helene was “astronomically different.” With a forecast of 4 to 6 inches of rain over...

After Hurricane Helene, can renters get disaster assistance from FEMA?

Listen: Hurricane Helene’s storm surge left destruction in its wake for many renters and homeowners, but there is relief that people may not know is available to them.  Renters, along with homeowners, can file claims...

The Scoop: Fri. Oct. 4, 2024, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

The deadline to register to vote is Monday. While in Gulfport residents are helping each other recover from Helene.
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Tropical moisture is coming to the Tampa Bay area, increasing the flood risk

FPREN forecasts between 4 and 8 inches of rain, with some spots that could receive 12 inches during the next 7 days.
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Hurricane Helene’s estimated insured losses so far: 84,000 claims for $835 million

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation website showed $835,853,221 in estimated insured losses.

Tampa organization connects residents to mental health support after Helene

One week after Hurricane Helene, recovery efforts are still underway along the Gulf Coast as people return to their homes, or what is left of them. Organizations like the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay are...

Clearwater Beach still recovering after Hurricane Helene

Residents are still recovering after Hurricane Helene brought strong storm surges to the area. The area is still redeveloping.
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Gulfport is still cleaning up and sharing resources after Hurricane Helene

Some downtown Gulfport streets are closed, people's belongings are piled on curbs, bars are gutted and a sailboat sits grounded on a sidewalk.

The Scoop: Thurs. Oct. 3rd, 2024, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Stay updated on the levels of red tide in Pinellas county after the recent hurricane Helene. Learn about the recovery efforts in clearwater and the cause of flooding in Tampa.

Flooding will continue to impact Florida unless stormwater systems are updated, expert says

On Thursday, Sept. 26, Hurricane Helene hit the Big Bend area of Florida around 11:00 p.m. The category 4 storm has left flood victims along the Gulf Coast and Southeastern U.S. with a death toll...

Disaster Claims & Recovery: What To Do and Not Do

Jeffrey Chernoff of Insurance and Trust Co., an insurance claims expert, and Paul Hauzer, CEO of  VetCor, a recovery & restoration company, to discussed what to do and not do in the immediate aftermath of...
Port Tampa Bay strike of longshoremen

Port strike could lead to shortages as Tampa recovers from Hurricane Helene

Listen: A nationwide strike of dock workers is impacting Port Tampa Bay, one of 4 in the state. Port officials say it all comes at a vulnerable time after Hurricane Helene. About three dozen workers...

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