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Lakeland Officials Urge Residents to ‘Get Ready Now’ for Hurricane Milton
With Hurricane Milton strengthened rapidly on Monday, Lakeland Fire Chief Doug Riley urged people to prepare now, while there is still time, and then avoid going out after the storm. “Get what you need and (get) ready now,” Riley said at Monday’s City Commission meeting. “But during and after the...
How to handle fires, tree limbs and other hazards after Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton is expected to bring never-before-seen damage to the Tampa Bay region. After the initial storm passes Wednesday night and Thursday, here’s how to avoid other issues that often arise after hurricanes. Avoiding fires/electrical issues. Water and electricity do not mix, Tampa Electric spokesperson Mary Lou Carn said....
Pinellas County guide: Milton forecast, evacuations, water, power, shelter and closings
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — As the Tampa Bay area braces for Hurricane Milton, local officials are issuing county-by-county guidance for residents who will be affected by the storm. 10 Tampa Bay is compiling this guidance and other local information into county-specific guides. We will keep you updated with the...
Watson Clinic Announces Closures Due to Hurricane Milton
All Watson Clinic locations will be closed on Wednesday, October 9, and Thursday, October 10 due to the projected path of Hurricane Milton. Every effort will be made to reschedule patient appointments that were to have taken place on these dates. The following Watson Clinic locations will adhere to these closures:
Two Publix Vice Presidents Plan Retirement
Today, Publix Super Markets CEO Kevin Murphy announced the retirement of two officers and the promotion of two new officers, effective Jan. 1, 2025. After 46 years of dedicated service, Vice President of Industrial Maintenance and Industrial Operations Purchasing Randy Barber has announced his decision to retire at the end of this year.
Florida's public sleeping ban is now in effect. What it means for Tampa Bay
Sleeping in public places is now illegal across Florida. A new state law targeting residents experiencing homelessness took effect last week.Why it matters: Supporters say public camping creates safety and quality of life issues, while critics say the ban would criminalize homelessness instead of developing housing solutions.Catch up quick: The anti-camping law, HB1365, bars municipalities from allowing anyone to sleep in public. It empowers residents and business owners to sue local governments that don't uphold the law.If homeless shelters reach capacity, the law allows municipalities to create homeless encampments with bans on drugs and alcohol.Zoom in: The City of St....
Fewer showers, slightly warmer Monday
Isolated showers will continue through the overnight hours and into early Monday morning temperatures start out in the low mid 70s. There will be fewer showers Monday afternoon, but clouds do stick around. There will be some sunshine which means slightly warmer highs in the middle 80s. Tuesday will be similar to Monday with a […]
For seniors, others needing Tampa Bay evacuation help, here’s where to turn
Among the Tampa Bay locals who were killed in Hurricane Helene, almost all shared a tragic trait in common: they were over 60 years old. Nearly all of them lived in mandatory evacuation zones, but didn’t leave. Many also had mobility issues, such as needing walkers to get around.
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