Tampa Solid Waste Department will maintain regular garbage and recycling pickups on Veterans Day, though yard waste collection will be paused for hurricane debris cleanup. The McKay Bay facility will be closed.

The Tampa Water Department has made its service line materials inventory public, adhering to EPA mandates, to help eliminate lead pipes and inform residents of potential lead exposure sources.

Tampa's Solid Waste Department has adjusted its hurricane debris site hours due to daylight saving time change, now open 7 am to 6 pm daily. Residents can use the Tampa Trash and Recycling tool for collection schedules.

FEMA offers financial aid to residents living on boats damaged by hurricanes, covering expenses like temporary lodging and property loss. Eligibility requires the boat as a primary residence and proof of address.

Hillsborough County and FDEM extend aid to hurricane survivors by adding two new Multi-Agency Resource Centers in Progress Village and University Mall, Tampa, to assist residents and businesses.

Tampa officials celebrate a construction milestone with the final placement of structural components for the new East Tampa Recreation Center, set to complete by 2025.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers expands support in Pinellas County with an extra mobile unit for free temporary roof repairs for Hurricane Milton victims.

Tetra Tech starts assessing storm damage in Dunedin on Oct. 31, to meet FEMA requirements for disaster recovery, with curbside evaluations of structures.

Tampa introduces "Q-Up Tampa," a virtual service for residents to get permits and consultations for post-hurricane recovery without the need for in-person visits.

FEMA offers assistance to hurricane-affected residents through programs like IHP, which includes Housing Assistance and Other Needs Assistance, with maximum awards updated annually.

Hillsborough County is closing seven comfort stations on Oct 31, with only Seffner Mango Park remaining open until Nov 3. The stations provided relief after Hurricane Milton.

The Pinellas County School Board updates the calendar to recoup 46.5 hours lost to hurricanes, adding two full days and extending the last day to a full day.

Hernando County honors retiring Chairwoman Beth Narverud for her service with a plaque and ceremony recognizing her achievements and dedication to the community.