News & Public Notices
TAMPA, FL. (October 14, 2024) -- On Monday, October 14, 2024, just before 1:30 pm, Tampa Police responded to a report of a body observed in the Hillsborough River near Rowlett Park. Members of the…
Due to ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Milton, all City of Tampa offices and facilities will remain closed for regular operations on Monday, October 14, 2024. This closure includes all City…
The City of Tampa has opened four sites to deliver vital supplies to residents impacted by Hurricane Milton.Drive-through PODS – point of distributions sites – are handing out supplies including…
The Tampa Convention Center did not sustain significant damage from Hurricane Milton. We are fortunate to be spared from any major impacts of this storm.We are starting to return to normal operations…
After a disaster, qualified contractors are usually in high demand, and with Hurricanes Helene and Milton impacting Florida back to back, many areas have incurred severe property damage. The City of…
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred on October 10, 2024.At approximately 10:15 p.m., officers responded to a traffic crash at the intersection of…
Preliminary damage assessments are underway in Tampa following the passage of Hurricane Milton.Heavy rainfall and hurricane-force winds may have subsided, but the dangers remain, with downed trees…
TAMPA, FL. (October 10, 2024) -- During the impact of Hurricane Milton, a 911 call was received after a tree crashed into a single-story home in the 1700 block of E. Wood St. The home was occupied by…
As the City of Tampa begins conducting its damage assessments in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, city officials are urging residents to remain indoors until it is deemed safe to go outside…
UPDATE: All roads are opened, but there are still many intersection lights out. Residents are advised to treat these areas as four way stops.For those who have evacuate to areas outside of city…
In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Tampa Water Department staff is actively investigating and responding to water main breaks caused by storm damage. The department wants to reassure the public…
TAMPA, FL. (October 10, 2024)- Tampa Police are investigating the death of an elderly woman, which is believed to be related to restoration efforts post Hurricane Milton.Just after 11:00 a.m.,…
The City of Tampa Department of Solid Waste will resume collection services beginning Friday, October 11, following the effects of Hurricane Milton.The revised collection schedule is as follows:Storm…
The City of Tampa is finalizing its preparation efforts as Hurricane Milton arrives to the Southwest Florida coastline.Sandbag sites have closed, after distributing approximately 115,000 sandbags…
The City of Tampa is working around the clock to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, including continuous debris collection in the wake of Hurricane Helene.City officials are urging…
The Tampa Convention Center is closed Tuesday, October 8 and Wednesday, October 9 based on the anticipated risk of Hurricane Milton. Determinations will be made regarding Thursday, October 10. The…
The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department is doing everything possible to provide storm debris pick-up service for the most impacted areas from Hurricane Helene. Regular scheduled residential trash…
TAMPA, FL. (October 8, 2024) -- In light of the impending effects of Hurricane Milton, the Tampa Police Department Memorial Committee has made the decision to postpone the 30th Annual Tampa Police…
The City of Tampa Department of Solid Waste will be revising services in preparation for Hurricane Milton.The revised schedule is as follows:Residential collection: Garbage and recycling…
FEMA Administrator Meets with Mayor CastorFEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell is visiting Tampa and meeting with Mayor Jane Castor as the city and region prepares for Hurricane Milton.Mayor Castor…
TAMPA, FL. (October 7, 2024) -- On October 1, 2024, Tampa Police arrested 26-year-old Tyree Newsome (black male, 2/12/1998) in connection with the homicide of a 19-year-old male that occurred on…
As Tropical Storm Milton approaches from the Gulf, the City of Tampa is offering free garage parking to all residents in low-lying, flood-prone areas, particularly electric vehicle (EV) owners.…
In preparation for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Milton, the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department will close all facilities and suspend programming starting Monday, October 7, to…
Self-service sandbag sites will be open again on Sunday, October 6, from 7 AM to 7 PM at two Parks & Recreation facilities in the City of Tampa.According to the National Weather Service, heavy…
The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department will continue to run collection services ahead of Hurricane Milton.Garbage and recycling collection will continue Monday, October 7, 2024. SWEEP and Yard…
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