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Storm SurgeGaining strength as it moves up the Florida Gulf Coast, Hurricane Helene is creating potentially life-threatening conditions for communities along the state's western coastline, including…

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As severe weather sets in and the threat of storm surge and flooding increases into the evening and night, the City of Tampa will remain closed through Friday.Additionally, Solid Waste services will…

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The City of Tampa will hold a press conference at 5:30 PM today, September 25, at the Emergency Operations Center to provide the public with updates on the city’s preparations for Hurricane Helene,…

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Due to the impending arrival of Tropical Storm Helene, all City of Tampa offices will be closed on Thursday, September 26. This closure allows city staff to focus on emergency response efforts as the…

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In preparation for Hurricane Helene, the City of Tampa will begin a partial activation of the Emergency Operations Center this evening.With the impact of Helene expected to be felt in the Tampa Bay…

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Tropical Storm Helene expected to impact the Tampa Bay area by Thursday, the City of Tampa is taking proactive steps to prepare our community, with special focus on water, stormwater, and wastewater…

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In advance of what is expected become Hurricane Helene, preparations are underway at the City of Tampa to ensure its services and infrastructure is ready for the severe weather and its impacts.…

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The Department of Solid Waste will be revising services in preparation for Tropical Storm Helene.The revised schedule is as follows:Residential collection:Garbage, recycling, and yard waste…

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In advance of what is expected to become Hurricane Helene impacting the Gulf Coast, the City of Tampa is opening sandbag distribution sites begin tomorrow, Tuesday, September 24, at 8 a.m.Sandbag…

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The City of Tampa is taking significant steps to modernize its stormwater infrastructure, addressing the growing challenge of managing localized flooding in our coastal, low-lying area.A recent storm…

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Reminder: The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department is asking members of the public to avoid placing their containers curbside overnight, given the pending storm surges and gusts of wind. It is best…

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As Tropical Storm Debby makes its way up the West Florida coastline, residents are urged to remain indoors and avoid the roadways.Given the heavy rainfall the Tampa Bay region is expected to receive…

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The City of Tampa will be activating its Call Center this weekend for individuals who want to ask weather-related questions as the region prepares for severe weather.Beginning at 2:00 P.M., on…

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Due to Friday’s afternoon storm, sandbag sites in the City of Tampa closed slightly earlier than planned. In order to provide residents with ample time to collect sandbags, sandbag sites will open an…

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TAMPA, Fla. (August 2, 2024) -- With tropical storm watches now issued for the majority of the Tampa Bay area, the City of Tampa is urging residents to take precaution, finalize their plans, and…

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With tropical storm watches now issued for the majority of the Tampa Bay area, the City of Tampa is urging residents to take precaution, finalize their plans, and prepare their properties in these…

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As tropical weather forms near Florida, Tampa Emergency Management officials are urging residents to solidify their plans in case weather conditions worsen throughout the weekend and into next week.…

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After another successful cycle, the City of Tampa's e-Bike Voucher Program is pedaling back around to give more residents an opportunity to explore another transportation option.In the spring, a…

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The City of Tampa is proud to announce it will be working with Walk Bike Tampa, which has been awarded an Accelerated Mobility Playbook (AMP) Technical Grant from City Thread, a national non-profit…

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As the Atlantic Hurricane Season approaches, starting this Saturday, June 1, and running through November 30, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting above-normal…

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The City of Tampa is gearing up for a full-scale emergency exercise on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, during which the Tampa Police Department, Tampa Fire Rescue, and 25 participating agencies will…

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Ready for Pickup: A Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing Hurricane Idalia Vegetative Debris for Collection   As Tampa residents continue to clean up the remnants of Hurricane Idalia, collection for…

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The City of Tampa Department of Solid Waste will resume collection services following Hurricane Idalia. The revised schedule is as follows: Residential Collection:  Garbage collection will…

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MEDIA ADVISORY PURPOSE: In light of the impending arrival of Tropical Storm Idalia, the city of Tampa invites members of the press to attend a briefing detailing the city's preparedness…

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PURPOSE: In its continuous efforts to keep residents informed on the approaching storm, the City of Tampa will be hosting regularly scheduled press updates at the Emergency Operations Center (…