Body Found in Flooded Elfers Linked to Debby

The death of a man whose body was found in floodwater in Elfers near the Anclote River has been linked to Tropical Storm Debby.

The Medical Examiner for Pasco and Pinellas Counties has determined that “drowning" was the cause of death for David Glenn Huntley, 46, according to Doug Tobin, spokesman for the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office. An additional factor in his death was "cardio-vascular" related, according to Tobin.

The examiner ruled the death was accidental and related to Debby, according to Tobin.

This is the first death linked to Debby in Pasco, as far as Tobin is aware.

"It goes to show just how dangerous the waters can be," he said.

in water about 100 yards south of the Celtic Drive bridge. 

Huntley is a transient who was most recently staying at 3826 Galt St. in New Port Richey, officials have said. Deputies have not been able to reach Huntley’s family. Anyone with information can contact the agency at 727-847-5878.