Hurricane Recovery

Both counties will host a series of workshops where residents can offer feedback on hurricane recovery plans.

We Empower Together, a local networking and volunteer group, is putting on a free day of spiritual and mental healing for those still recovering from trauma from the hurricanes.

The Thunderbird Beach Resort said that over 80% of the building sustained substantial damage from hurricanes Helene and Milton. It will be fully redeveloped, but the iconic name and neon signage will remain.

A Tampa Bay Times story shows that many people living in a flood zone were told they have to either rebuild their homes or raise them above the flood stage but were never given an inspection of the inside of their homes.

The county launched an online survey and will host a series of public meetings in April and May, according to a release. The money will support housing, businesses and infrastructure in areas hardest hit by 2023 and 2024 hurricanes.

On "Florida Matters," we hear from two WUSF journalists about their reporting — from local residents experiencing flooding months after Hurricane Milton to the restoration of a local spoil island in the Hillsborough River.

The storms that wreaked havoc on the Tampa Bay area flooded buildings, submerged HVAC units, and downed light poles, trees, fences, signs and field backstops, and more.

The aftermath of Hurricane Helene has left Cedar Key with much to rebuild, but the strength of its community remains unwavering.

Cedar Key's hotels, shops and restaurants continue working toward a full recovery following the devastation from Hurricane Helene last year.

Said one resident: "I've got a home here that's now not even sitting on its foundation correctly because of the water, and I don't know what to do."

These $210 million federal grant will support long-term recovery efforts following Tropical Storm Debby and hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Insurance companies are refusing to pay out for storm-damaged homes and even canceling policies.