Lakeland, FL|News|
Tampa Area Holiday Scene Uses Godzilla To Highlight Milton Damage
When decorating their Lakeland home for the holidays, a couple decided to highlight damage caused by Hurricane Milton.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Hurricane Milton
Coverage of Hurricane Milton preparations, impact and recovery in Florida.
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Tampa|News|
FL Dog Abandoned On I-75 During Hurricane Finds Permanent Home
Trooper, left tied up in rising floodwaters along I-75 during Hurricane Milton, now has a forever home, the Leon County Humane Society said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Milton, A Dog That Survived 2 FL Hurricanes On The Streets, Needs Home
Sarasota-area rescuers have rallied to support Milton, a husky mix who survived Hurricanes Helene and Milton while alone on the streets.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
FL Beach City’s Mayor Resigns After Home Floods During Hurricanes
Tyler Payne stepped down as mayor after his Treasure Island home flooded and was “damaged beyond repair” in hurricanes, forcing him to move.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
'Flesh-Eating' Bacteria Kills 2 More, Cases Climb After FL Hurricanes
Cases of a "flesh-eating" bacteria have increased in three Florida counties, with one of them experiencing two new deaths.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Which Restaurants Are Open, Closed After Hurricanes Hit Tampa Bay?
Some Tampa Bay-area restaurants, including Caddy’s, Capogna’s, Frenchy’s, Rod & Reel Pier, are closed because of recent hurricanes.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
AI Tool Helps Send $1K To Some Hurricane Helene, Milton Victims
GiveDirectly will send $1,000 directly to some NC, FL households that were affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
FL Special Needs School Damaged In Hurricane 1 Year After Opening
LiFT Academy in Clearwater, which serves neurodivergent children and adults, sustained more than $2M in damage during Hurricane Milton.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Hurricane Survivors In FL, NC, Cuba Find Help Through Mutual Aid Group
St. Pete Food Not Bombs continues to feed and collect resources for survivors of Hurricanes Helene, Milton and Oscar in FL, NC and Cuba.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Pinellas County Rescue Group Forms In Wake Of 2 Hurricanes
Rescue Pinellas, which formed after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, made boat rescues from beach communities, continues to collect supplies.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Family, Dog Rescued From Chest-Level Floodwaters: Watch
Watch Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies rescue a family and their dog from a flooded home near the Alafia River after hurricane.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
2 River Otters Die During Hurricane Milton At Sarasota's Mote Aquarium
Huck and Jane, two river otters at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium in Sarasota, died while evacuated during Hurricane Milton.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Hurricane Debris Site Burns In Two-Alarm Fire: St. Pete Fire Rescue
A scrap yard that accepted storm debris from the public after Hurricanes Milton and Helene caught fire Thursday, St. Pete Fire Rescue said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Truck Driver Rescued From Floodwaters As FL River Rises: Officials
After Hurricane Milton, Hernando County continues to see historic flooding along the Withlacoochee River on Thursday, fire officials said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
105-Year-Old Recovering After Hurricane Milton Destroyed FL Home
A 105-year-old Florida woman who lost her home and everything she owned to Hurricane Milton hopes to regain her sense of independence.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Orlando, FL|News|
Gator Spotted Sunning On Mattress In FL Canal After Hurricane: Report
A gator was seen sunning itself on a mattress that’s been floating in a debris-filled north FL canal since Hurricane Helene, a report said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Family Rescued After Tree Crashes Through Bradenton Home: Watch
Watch officers rescue a Bradenton family and their pets after a tree crashed into their home during Hurricane Milton.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Owner Who Abandoned Dog In Milton Flood Waters Arrested: Officials
The dog’s owner was evacuating from FL to GA during Hurricane Milton when he left the animal in flood waters on I-75, officials said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Airport To Reopen After Hurricane Milton
The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport will reopen Wednesday morning after damage caused by Hurricane Milton.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Boil Water Notice Lifted In St. Pete: Officials
A citywide boil water notice put in place during Hurricane Milton has been lifted, St. Pete officials said. It remains in place in Gulfport.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Gas Shortages, Power Outages Face Milton Evacuees Returning To FL
More than 400,000 Floridians are powerless, mostly in the Tampa Bay area, as suppliers scramble to get fuel to gas stations in the region.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Baby Born At FL Storm Shelter During Hurricane Milton: Officials
A mother gave birth to a baby boy at a storm shelter set up at Largo High School as Hurricane Milton battered Florida’s west coast.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Hurricane Milton Latest: Fuel Shortages, Outages, Flooding Persist
At least 17 people are dead as Floridians continue cleanup efforts following Hurricane Milton's Wednesday landfall.
Megan VerHelst and Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Where To Find Help In Tampa Bay After Hurricane Milton
Tampa-area residents are starting to return home and survey any damage left in Milton's wake. Here is a list of resources that can help.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Tom Brady Donates $100K In Milton's Aftermath
Hurricane Milton's destruction included killing at least 16 people, spawning deadly tornadoes and leaving millions without power in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Restaurants, Bars Reopen After Hurricane Milton Hits FL
Some St. Petersburg-area restaurants have reopened after Hurricane Milton hit Florida, offering food, drinks and power to residents.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
'Nightmare Scenario': Coast Guard Rescues Man Clinging To Cooler
The man was rescued approximately 30 miles off Longboat Key after surviving Hurricane Milton's 90 mph winds and 25-foot waves.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Hurricane Milton Latest: Millions Still In The Dark, At Least 17 Dead
Milton caused up to an estimated $180 billion in damages when it slammed into Florida's Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Despite Rumors, No 3rd Hurricane Currently Approaching Southeast
A social media map showing a third hurricane in two weeks approaching the Southeast is false, forecasters say.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Dog Found Tied To Pole Before Milton Landfall Rescued By Police
Florida Highway Patrol found the dog off Interstate 75 in Tampa just hours before Milton's predicted landfall.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Here's Where To Find Gas, Groceries In FL After Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton affected hundreds of grocery stores and gas stations as it rattled Florida from the west to the east. See what's open.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Savannah, GA|News|
Tropical Storm Warning Remains In Effect On GA Coast Due To Milton
Hurricane Milton, which claimed the lives of six people and caused massive destruction in FL, could bring flooding and high winds to GA.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
2 Dead In St. Pete After Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall: Police
At least six people are dead after Hurricane Milton slammed into Florida's west coast as a strong Category 3 storm.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
FL Power Outages: See Map, Hardest Hit Areas, Restoration Estimates
More than 800,000 remained without power Sunday, four days after Hurricane Milton hit Florida's Gulf Coast. Check outages here.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Hurricane Milton Latest: $180 Billion In Damages, At Least 12 Killed
Florida has now transitioned from preparation to recovery after Hurricane Milton left at least 12 people dead and widespread destruction.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
18 Photos Show Milton's Devastation Across Florida
The category 3 hurricane touched down on Wednesday bringing heavy rains, winds and even several tornados to the area.
Peggy Newell, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Tropicana Field Roof Ripped Off In Hurricane Milton [PHOTOS]
Destructive winds from Hurricane Milton ripped the roof off Tropicana Field, the home to the Tampa Bay Rays.
Kara Seymour, Patch Staff
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Across Florida, FL|News|
4 Deaths Reported As Milton Batters FL
At least four deaths have been reported as Hurricane Milton moved across Florida Wednesday night.
Sarasota, FL|News|
Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall In FL As A Category 3 Storm
Milton remained a strong storm Wednesday night as it hit Siesta Key in Sarasota County on the west coast of Florida.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
2 Sewage Facilities Turned Off In St. Pete During Hurricane Milton
The Northeast Sewer Treatment Plant and the Southwest Sewer Treatment Plant were shut down Wednesday night, St. Petersburg officials said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
