The Tampa Police Department held its final Hurricane Deployment Roll Call today, marking the end of its hurricane deployment and a return to standard operations. The event recognized the service of officers and staff during recent storms.
Widespread destruction from consecutive hurricanes has resulted in a significant accumulation of debris in Tampa. The city's Solid Waste Department has responded swiftly, aiming to address the challenge by increasing its payment rate to hire more haulers and enhance its capacity.
The Parks and Recreation Department in Tampa will offer a day camp titled “School’s Out, Camp’s In” for children aged 5 to 17 at 21 recreation centers. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, October 16, from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a drop-off deadline of 10 a.m.
The Tampa Police Department is set to host an appreciation event at Raymond James Stadium this afternoon, recognizing the efforts of those involved in responding to Hurricane Milton. Scheduled for 5:00 pm, the event aims to honor both local officers and the 81 police officers from partner agencies who provided essential mutual aid.
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.
The City of Tampa's Department of Solid Waste has announced revisions to its waste collection services due to increased levels of waste following Hurricane Milton. Residents may face delays in garbage collection on Monday, October 14, 2024, with crews working until as late as 8 p.m.
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.
The City of Tampa has announced the extension of closures for all city offices and facilities through Monday, October 14, 2024, as recovery efforts from Hurricane Milton continue. This includes the closure of all Parks & Recreation facilities and programs, such as after-school care.
As the aftermath of Hurricane Milton unfolds, local businesses in Tampa are making efforts to reopen and provide services to the community. The City of Tampa is maintaining a list of operational businesses, which includes restaurants, grocery stores, hardware stores, and other essential services.
The City of Tampa has established four distribution sites to provide essential supplies to residents affected by Hurricane Milton. These sites include drive-through PODS, which distribute water, meals ready-to-eat (MREs), and ice at two locations: Gandy Boat Ramp and Al Lopez Park. The Al Lopez site also offers tarps, with additional supplies expected.
The Tampa Convention Center is set to resume normal operations following Hurricane Milton. The facility did not experience significant damage from the storm, allowing it to return to its regular schedule.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.