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Early voting begins in most Tampa Bay area counties
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Voters are weeks away from deciding who will be president and determining several other significant laws and positions in the state. The 2024 Presidential Election Day is on Tuesday, Nov. 5th. Early voting will begin on Monday, Oct. 21 for most Tampa Bay area residents. This includes Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Manatee, […]
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Cases Rise in Florida in Wake of Storms
MONDAY, Oct. 21, 2024 (Healthday News) -- Following the devastation of hurricanes Helene and Milton, a new health danger has emerged in Florida: A spike in cases of flesh-eating bacteria. In a statement issued by the Florida Department of Health earlier this month, officials urged residents to avoid floodwaters where the Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, which causes the dangerous and sometimes deadly skin infection, can flourish. "While floodwaters are present, there is an increased risk of Vibrio infections, such as Vibrio vulnificus, which can be life-threatening," officials said in the statement. "After heavy rainfall and flooding, the concentration of these bacteria may rise, particularly in brackish and saltwater environments." Florida had just six confirmed cases of Vibrio vulnificus before Hurricane Helene arrived in late September, but that number surged to 24 by the end of the month. Since both hurricanes struck, there have been 38 confirmed cases, bringing the state total to 74 this year.
Money pours into Hillsborough state attorney campaigns. Here’s who’s giving.
TAMPA — If money is any indication, Suzy Lopez is in a strong position in the November election for Hillsborough state attorney, while her opponent, Andrew Warren, has amassed enough to be competitive. Lopez, who was appointed to the job after Gov. Ron DeSantis ousted Warren, has drawn more...
How Milton brought unprecedented flooding to North Tampa
Hurricane Milton dumped 10 to 15 inches of rain on the University Area of unincorporated Hillsborough County, causing unprecedented floods that devastated a community already in dire straits. Why it matters: Milton inundated hundreds of buildings across North Tampa — an unwelcome reminder that places once thought safe from such...
Gulfport business hosts benefit show to raise money for storm victims
GULFPORT, Fla. — In August, Hurricane Debby tore through Gulfport's boating community. Next came Hurricane Helene with devastating storm surge and finally Hurricane Milton with more surge and high winds. The storms gutted both businesses and homes, including Kiki Hancock's. “I've shed a lot of tears since Sept. 26th...
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