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Pinellas County 'making progress' in Helene recovery, DeSantis says
MADEIRA BEACH, Fla. — "Making progress" — That was part of the sentiment Gov. Ron DeSantis imparted as he visited Madeira Beach Wednesday morning. Pinellas County and its barrier islands were among places most affected by Hurricane Helene's impacts. Despite the amount of damage to the area, DeSantis...
175 Dead, 1.5M with No Power, 600 Missing In Southeast
Death tolls doubled in 2 states; 8.5 million gallons of sewage washed into the Hillsborough River off Tampa’s coast during Hurricane Helene. At least 175 people are confirmed dead across six states Tuesday morning as communities across the Southeast continue search and rescue efforts following powerful Hurricane Helene’s destructive trek across the region.
Pinellas County barrier islands now open to the public; why officials urge you to visit with caution
CLEARWATER, Fla. — The Pinellas County barrier islands are open to the public on Tuesday afternoon after access was shut down Thursday evening in preparation for Hurricane Helene. Officials say this allows those who are providing food and other resources for victims to travel more efficiently. Despite the reentry...
10 things to keep in mind if you plan on filing an insurance claim after Hurricane Helene
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — In Florida, Hurricane Helene has caused more than $500 million in estimated property damage and part of 50,000 insurance claims made since the storm, according to state data. As the massive cleanup continues, both numbers are expected to rise in the coming days. Helene brought...
Hurricane Helene Wipes Out Power Grid: Weeks Until Full Restoration in Pinellas
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Duke Energy has announced that portions of the electric grid on the Pinellas County barrier islands will need to be rebuilt due to extensive damage. The utility company has been working tirelessly to restore power, but the severe damage caused by the storm has made the process more challenging.
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