Tampa's parks department offers free day camp as schools remain closed
The Parks and Recreation Department is set to host a day camp titled "School’s Out, Camp’s In" for children at 20 recreation centers. This event will take place on Tuesday, October 15, from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., offering free supervision, entertainment, and meals for all attendees.
Tampa police investigate body found in Hillsborough River
On October 14, 2024, Tampa Police responded to a report of a body found in the Hillsborough River near Rowlett Park. The discovery was made just before 1:30 pm. The Tampa Police Marine Unit recovered the body of an adult black male from the water.
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Tampa police investigate fatal crash amid post-hurricane power outage
The Tampa Police Department is currently investigating a fatal traffic accident that took place on October 10, 2024. The incident occurred at approximately 10:15 p.m. at the intersection of Florida Ave. and Palm Ave., an area affected by power outages due to Hurricane Milton, leaving the traffic signal inoperative.
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Tampa warns residents about contractor scams after hurricanes Helene and Milton
In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which have caused significant property damage across Florida, the City of Tampa is cautioning residents about potential contractor scams. With a high demand for qualified contractors following such disasters, there is concern over unlicensed or out-of-state workers exploiting those in need of repairs.
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Hurricane Milton leaves dangerous conditions in Tampa; recovery efforts underway
Preliminary damage assessments are underway in Tampa following the passage of Hurricane Milton. Although heavy rainfall and hurricane-force winds have subsided, dangers persist with downed trees and power lines reported across the city. Flash flood watches remain in effect.
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Tampa police evacuate residents after tree falls during hurricane
During the impact of Hurricane Milton, a tree fell on a single-story home in Tampa, Florida, prompting a 911 call. The incident occurred in the 1700 block of E. Wood St., where 15 people, including children, were inside.
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Tampa advises residents on safety measures following Hurricane Milton
As Tampa begins its recovery from Hurricane Milton, city officials are advising residents to stay indoors until it is confirmed safe to go outside. The city emphasizes that safety should be the main concern and urges people to wait for official updates before assessing property damage.
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Tampa evaluates hurricane damage; road safety measures in place
The City of Tampa is actively assessing damage and infrastructure following the impact of Hurricane Milton. Although all roads are now open, many intersections still have non-functioning traffic lights. Residents are advised to treat these areas as four-way stops for safety.
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Elderly woman's death under investigation by Tampa Police after Hurricane Milton
Tampa Police are currently investigating the death of an elderly woman, which is suspected to be linked to restoration efforts following Hurricane Milton. The incident occurred shortly after 11:00 a.m. on the 2800 block of N. Nebraska Ave, where officers responded to a report of a fallen large tree branch.
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Tampa Water Department addresses storm-induced infrastructure challenges
In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, the Tampa Water Department is actively addressing water main breaks caused by the storm. The department assures the public that efforts are underway to make necessary repairs while continuing to deliver clean water across their service area.
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Tampa resumes solid waste collection post-Hurricane Milton with revised schedule
The City of Tampa Department of Solid Waste has announced the resumption of collection services starting Friday, October 11, following disruptions caused by Hurricane Milton. The revised schedule includes storm debris collection and commercial customer services on the same day. However, residential garbage and recycling services will remain suspended until Monday, October 14.
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Tampa prepares as Hurricane Milton nears Florida coast
The City of Tampa is finalizing its preparations as Hurricane Milton approaches the Southwest Florida coastline. Sandbag distribution sites have closed after providing approximately 115,000 sandbags over four days. Parks and Recreation staff worked to pre-pack sandbags and maintain efficient lines.
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Ex-couple sentenced for multi-million dollar fraud schemes targeting USDA
United States District Judge Paul G. Byron has sentenced Nikesh Ajay Patel and his ex-wife, Trisha Patel, for their involvement in a financial scheme defrauding the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and other entities. On October 8, 2024, Nikesh Patel received a 27-year federal prison sentence, to be served consecutively with a 25-year term from the Northern District of Illinois. Trisha Patel was sentenced on September 18, 2024, to 51 months in federal prison. Both are required to pay restitution to the USDA and four other financial institutions.