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Aug 2
Peak hurricane season is here. Here's how Tampa is helping residents get ready.
City officials are urging residents and visitors to prepare now as the busiest stretch of hurricane season begins.
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hurricanes
Aug 1
Tampa General adds new layers of hurricane protection ahead of peak storm season
New flood-control upgrades are designed to keep Tampa Bay's only Level I Trauma Center operating before, during and after a major hurricane.
hurricanes
Aug 1
St. Pete ramps up hurricane outreach to protect older residents before peak of season
Emergency officials say now is the time for seniors to finalize evacuation plans, register for special needs shelters and avoid storm-related scams.
hurricanes
Aug 1
Florida enters peak hurricane season as August arrives
Florida records more August hurricane landfalls than any other state, with forecasters urging residents to prepare now despite a quiet start to the month.
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Jul 30
Volunteers assemble 3,500 hurricane preparedness kits for Tampa Bay families
Nearly 90 volunteers packed emergency supply kits for families across Hillsborough and Pinellas counties as hurricane season ramps up.
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Jul 30
Deadline Friday for Pinellas County disaster relief, homebuyer assistance programs
Eligible Pinellas County residents have until Friday night to apply for financial assistance through two recovery programs offering up to $80,000 for homebuyers and up to $15,000 for renters.
tornadoes
Jul 29
Lee County to install first local weather radar for faster storm and tornado warnings
New multimillion-dollar radar system aims to close weather detection gaps and improve severe storm warnings across Southwest Florida.
hurricanes
Jul 27
Florida hurricane preparedness supplies now tax-free year-round
Tampanians can now save money on essential storm supplies throughout the year instead of waiting for seasonal tax holidays.
hurricanes
Jul 26
Forecasters expect fewer hurricanes in 2026, but Florida's storm risk remains
Forecasters continue to predict a below-average Atlantic hurricane season, but weather experts say Florida residents should not let their guard down.
hurricanes
Jul 25
Pinellas Park homeowners could save 25% on flood insurance premiums
FEMA's improved flood protection rating for Pinellas Park could lower National Flood Insurance Program premiums beginning this fall.
hurricanes
Jul 25
FEMA approves more than 50 Florida home elevation projects after months of delays
Federal officials say the Elevate Florida program is gaining momentum, but many homeowners are still waiting for answers as hurricane season continues.
hurricanes
Jul 23
FEMA approves $55 million for Florida recovery and resilience projects
Federal funding will support infrastructure repairs, flood mitigation and disaster recovery across Florida, including several projects in the Tampa Bay area.