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2013 Tampa Bay Hurricane Expo blows into town this weekend

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Tuesday, May 28th, 2013, 9:07pm

2013 Tampa Bay Hurricane Expo blows into town this weekend

Tampa Bay, Florida-- The City of Tampa and Hillsborough County, in partnership with MOSI, will host the 2013 Tampa Bay Hurricane Expo from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, at the Museum of Science & Industry. .

The following individuals will serve as experts during the expo:

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Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Tuesday, March 26th, 2013, 2:59pm

Florida Forest Service: Cold weather may increase wildfire potential!

Highlands County, Florida-- After yesterday's wildfire in Highlands Hammock State Park, and last week's wildfire in East Hills Sebring, Florida Forest Service want to warn locals to consider what affect this week's unexpected weather change could have on the area.

They say dry air and cold fronts increase wildfire potential, and encourage you to "think before you burn!"

Check out the attached flier for more information!

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Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Thursday, December 27th, 2012, 11:04am

Protect plants, pets and pipes when it's cold!

Hillsborough Co., FL-- We experienced the season’s first freezing temperatures just in time for the holidays, and according to wtsp.com, it looks like some cooler temps will stick around through the weekend.

The county has several tips for protecting your homes, animals and plants during the winter weather:

Home Heating Safety

Electric Space Heaters

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Submitted by Beau Zimmer, Reporter

Friday, August 24th, 2012, 9:40am

Hardee County offering sand bags, but no closures reported

Wauchula, Florida -- With the National Hurricane Center forecasting Hardee County within the 5-day track of Tropical Storm Isaac, local emergency management officials are keeping in constant contact with state and regional emergency agencies.

On Thursday, the county announced the availability of sandbags at the Hardee County Road Department in Wauchula. Up to 25 bags per household will be available between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Residents will have to fill the bags with sand themselves.

Hardee County is also reporting:

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Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Tuesday, August 14th, 2012, 9:45pm

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Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Friday, July 27th, 2012, 9:48am

Hillsborough County, Florida -- Tomorrow, July 28 will be the last day residents can visit the FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center in Hillsborough County until 6 p.m.

The center is located at the University Area Community Development Center at 14013 N. 22nd St. in Tampa.

Residents in Hillsborough who still need face-to-face help can visit the 3 remaining centers located in the Tampa Bay area.

Pinellas County DRC
5851 Park Blvd.
Pinellas Park, FL 33871

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Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Tuesday, July 24th, 2012, 3:40pm

County issues flood warning for Wesley Chapel area

Wesley Chapel, Florida -- The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Flood Warning for Pasco County near Cypress Creek at Worthington Gardens near Wesley Chapel.

According to the NWS, the river at Cypress Creek at Worthington Gardens could remain above the eight foot minor flood stage level (8.8 feet) until Friday, July 27.

The County’s Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at 4444 Grand Avenue (Corner of Grand and Trouble Creek Road), New Port Richey is open to assist residents. It’s open Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 6:00 p.m.

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