Pinellas towns ‘hammered’ by Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene’s storm surge washed ashore along Pinellas County from both the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay, filling streets and flooding homes on both sides of the county.
All lanes of the Sunshine Skyway reopen after Hurricane Helene
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge reopened on Friday.
Capt. Hubbard on damage to John's Pass
Sunrise in Madeira Beach revealed widespread hurricane surge damage to John's Pass, according to Fishing captain Dylan Hubbard. Here's how he spent his night and what he found Friday morning.
Homes in Shore Acres destroyed by Hurricane Helene, flood-prone neighborhood getting first look at damage
Shore Acres took one of the hardest hits from Helene, hardening homes ahead of the storm wasn't enough for many in the area.
These St. Petersburg residents should avoid flushing toilets, taking showers
The City of St. Petersburg says its Northeast Sewer Treatment Plant will be down for at least two days, impacting thousands of people.
Access to Pinellas barrier islands, Gulf beaches being cut off
Pinellas County is cutting off access to the barrier islands and Gulf beaches around 6 p.m. Thursday.
Hurricane Helene: Wind-whipped waves close Courtney Campbell Causeway
A portion of the Courtney Campbell Causeway closed on Thursday afternoon as Hurricane Helene worked its way north off the west coast of Florida.
Hurricane Helene: Sunshine Skyway closes due to high winds
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge closed at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday due to high winds from Hurricane Helene.
Pinellas sheriff warns: "Everybody’s just got to get out"
Sheriff Bob Gualtieri has a strong message to those ordered to evacuate ahead of Hurricane Helene: "We’re not going to get our people killed because you don’t want to listen to what we’re saying."
Hurricane Helene: Pinellas County updates & information
As Hurricane Helene heads toward Florida, here's what people in Pinellas County need to know.
Off-duty deputy seriously hurt in wrong-way crash on Skyway Bridge, driver arrested on DUI charge
A Hillsborough County deputy is recovering from serious injuries after troopers say another man crashed into his pickup truck while driving the wrong way on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
Teen shot in Tarpon Springs, police searching for suspect
A 17-year-old was shot in Tarpon Springs on Wednesday night, according to police.
Pinellas County urging residents in mandatory evacuation zone to get out by Thursday morning
Officials in Pinellas County say residents in Zone A or in a mobile home anywhere in the county should be evacuated before Thursday morning. They’re in mandatory evacuation zones.
Hurricane Helene: Flooding prone Shore Acres prepares with home hardening expert
Those who live in Shore Acres know exactly what a storm like Helene can bring. They're already prone to flooding and are worried water will get into their homes again, but one man went door to door offering help to homeowners.
Pinellas County leaders anticipating 'life-threatening' storm surge from Helene
In Pinellas County, leaders are bracing for what they say could be unprecedented storm surge.
Gulfport boat owners impacted by Debby now preparing for Helene impacts
Debby’s destruction is still on display several weeks later in Gulfport. As vessel owners prepare for yet another storm, several overturned sailboats still remain, serving as a reminder of why it's so important for owners to secure their boats.
Bay Area moving, storage companies see increased demand ahead of tropical system
Tampa Bay area moving and storage companies are helping residents prepare for the tropical system this week. They said the areas seeing most demand are in Pinellas County, including Shore Acres, South St. Pete and Largo.
‘It’s a calling’: The challenges Clearwater Beach lifeguard face protecting paradise
Tourism in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area saw record breaking numbers in 2020 and the Spring of 2024, according to Visit St. Pete-Clearwater. Millions of out-of-towners go to Clearwater Beach, spending their afternoons under the watchful eye of the beach lifeguards.
Pinellas County man becomes pro at helping others harden their homes ahead of big storms
Jeff Fuller has figured out a way to seal his waterfront home up tight, staying dry through feet of flooding last year. Now, he travels to neighborhoods across the Tampa Bay area helping people make quick fixes to harden their homes before big storms.
Pinellas commissioners to decide on local state of emergency ahead of Potential Tropical Cyclone 9
Pinellas County commissioners are holding an emergency meeting Tuesday morning to decide whether they’ll declare a State of Local Emergency for Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine.