Business sets up fundraiser for Seaside Seabird Sanctuary on Indian Rocks Beach
Many of the Bay Area's beach neighbors, businesses and non-profit organizations are hurting after Hurricane Helene. The storm surge damaged several miles of the coast.
Pinellas County hopes water will be restored to the barrier islands by the end of the week
Neighbors who once hung out on Sunshine Lane in Treasure Island are now cooling off at the city’s comfort station.
Small businesses band together at Daydream Shop & Maker Space
To battle rising rents, 11 small businesses banded together to share the burden of bills. Each vendor has a sales space at Daydream Shop & Maker Space.
Amid damage to hotels and restaurants, employees hope to return to work after Hurricane Helene
The signs on older beach hotels remind us of honeymoons, family vacations, and beach getaways going back decades. But damage to the lower floors of hotels and other businesses built before modern elevation requirements is sad, especially if it’s where you make your living.
Governor DeSantis visits Madeira Beach, city still recovering from Hurricane Helene damage
Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference at John's Pass Village in Madeira Beach on Wednesday morning.
Hurricane Helene death toll rises to 12 in Pinellas County
At least a dozen lives were lost in Pinellas County as a result of Hurricane Helene.
St. Petersburg launches fund to help residents and businesses recover from Hurricane Helene: 'We are St. Pete'
Hurricane Helene devastated thousands of residents and businesses in St. Petersburg and now those hardest hit by the storm have another avenue for relief.
Pinellas County on Hurricane Helene recovery: 'It will take some time'
Pinellas County officials say cleanup and recovery efforts will continue to take time in areas hit hard by Hurricane Helene.
Roadside pet food pantry available for those in need in St. Petersburg
Hanks Bark Box, a free roadside pet food pantry located at 6511 3rd Ave South in St. Petersburg, Florida, is open and fully stocked 24 hours a day for anyone needing pet food and supplies.
Pinellas County debris removal plans after Hurricane Helene
Pinellas County leaders discussed plans for debris removal at the commissioners’ emergency meeting Tuesday.
Hurricane Helene: 'Head Ding Dong' keeps longstanding Pass-a-Grille tradition alive despite storm's wrath
Despite Hurricane Helene, a Pass-a-Grille tradition continues to live on in the St. Pete Beach neighborhood.
Clearwater father survives Hurricane Helene on roof, boat: 'Craziest night of my life'
As Hurricane Helene battered Florida's Gulf coast on September 26, thousands of Pinellas County neighbors endured a terrifying night. Among them was Tim Cook, who survived the major storm by climbing onto the roof of his home in North Clearwater Beach.
Clearwater leaders urge tourists to avoid area during Hurricane Helene recovery: 'Please stay away'
The City of Clearwater echoed the same message as other cities up and down the coast: Avoid the areas hit hard by Hurricane Helene.
Pinellas County death toll rises to 11 after Hurricane Helene: PCSO
Hurricane Helene's death toll in Pinellas County rose to 11 on Tuesday, just under a week after the storm left behind a trail of destruction on Florida's Gulf coast.
Pinellas Barrier Islands reopen as community tries to return to a sense of 'normalcy'
The Barrier Islands in Pinellas County reopened on Tuesday at 4 p.m., but residents, business owners, and county officials encourage people not to go out there unless they need to or are volunteering to help clean up.
Helene aftermath: What to do with the new mountains of sand on Bay Area beaches
One major effect of Hurricane Helene is the mountains of sand along Tampa Bay area beaches. Streets in many of the region's beach towns are covered in sand – several feet deep in some spots thanks to record storm surge.
Pinellas County deputy seriously injured in crash involving tanker truck on Pasco County road
A Pinellas County deputy suffered serious injuries while on duty in an early morning crash involving a tanker truck in Pasco County, the Florida highway Patrol said.
Two Pinellas schools left with electrical damages after Hurricane Helene
Pinellas County school district leaders met with parents from two schools that will remain closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene, answering questions about what's next for students.
Pinellas residents on barrier islands come back to 'war zone' after Hurricane Helene
Sunset Beach residents said they came back to a war zone after Hurricane Helene.
Oldsmar residents picking up the pieces after Hurricane Helene
The waters of Old Tampa Bay in Oldsmar are quiet now, but the sounds along its shores come from hammers and saws. People are removing soaked drywall and putting their ruined furniture and appliances out on the curb.