St. Pete, FL|News|
Gas Outages Popping Up In Florida After Hurricane Irma; Help Is On Way
Tired of driving around looking for gas after Irma? Ten petroleum ships are expected to arrive at Port Tampa Bay in the next 48 hours.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
- Tampa, FL
I am a veteran journalist living in Tampa, Florida. I have worked at several newspapers in various editing roles, including The Tampa Tribune, the Fresno Bee and the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. I am a native Arkansan and have been known to support the Arkansas Razorbacks even in losing years. I joined Patch.com on Sept. 6, 2017, as Hurricane Irma had Florida in its possible path.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
After Hurricane Irma: Floridians Seek Answers On Insurance Claims; Tips On What To Do
Floridians suffering damage from Hurricane Irma may have questions on insurance claims. Here are tips on what you need to know.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Tampa Bay Publix Stores, Malls Open: When Will Restaurants, Shops Reopen?
Tampa Bay residents can again buy groceries at Publix, Walmart is slowly reopening. What about gas stations and restaurants?
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Hurricane Irma Cleanup Begins For Tampa Bay Residents, Businesses
Tampa Bay residents feel like they dodged a bullet as a weakened Hurricane Irma shifted east and its expected impact was not as significant.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
South Florida Weather Alerts Issued By National Weather Service
The National Weather Service in Miami says South Florida is beginning to feel the impacts of Hurricane Irma with heavy rain.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
Tampa Bay Residents Assess Their Options As Irma Gets Closer
As Hurricane Irma takes aim at Tampa Bay, customers at World Of Beer near Tampa International Airport have decisions to make.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Tampa|News|
Hurricane Irma Targets Tampa Bay As Residents Seek Pet-Friendly Shelters
Some Tampa Bay residents were finding it difficult Saturday to locate pet-friendly shelters that still had open spots.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Pinellas Barrier Islands See Limited Access To Prepare For Hurricane Irma
Only barrier island residents and people with legitimate business will gain access until Hurricane Irma passes through Tampa Bay.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Westchase, FL|News|
Tampa Residents Seek Supplies As Hurricane Irma Targets Florida
Tampa area businesses are finding it difficult to keep supplies of bottled water, plywood and gasoline in stock as Irma aims for Florida
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
