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!

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:

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