🌀 5PM 9/26 EOC UPDATE: We’re in the thick of it, Tampa! Stay indoors if you can. #Helene is about 130 miles to our West now, so we are seeing heavy rain and strong winds. But don’t underestimate the storm surge that’s still on the way. We still expect to see 5-8 ft storm surge later tonight and into tomorrow. 🚗🌊 DO NOT drive into floodwaters. Turn around, don’t drown. Check our Flood Map: Tampa.gov/FloodMap #TampaBay #HurricaneHelene | City of Tampa

🌀MILTON UPDATE 10/10 9AM UPDATE: Our first responders and staff are working on clearing roadways. 🛠️ Do you have damage? Don’t forget to report it on the Resident Self Damage Report to help us estimate Milton’s impact on our community. Find the form at Tampa.gov/SelfReport. 🌊 If you MUST drive, plan your route on the Flood Map at tampa.gov/FloodMap. | City of Tampa

🌀 5AM 9/26 UPDATE FROM THE EOC: #Helene’s eye will pass about 140 miles from our coast, but we will still see tropical force storm winds in our area today. This is a WIDE hurricane - and predicted to become a Category 4. We still expect to see 5-8 ft storm surge in our coastal areas into Friday. 🚗 Never drive through floodwaters. Check our Flood Map at Tampa.gov/FloodMap to plan your route. #TurnAroundDontDrown ☎️ Our Tampa’s Emergency Hotline will be open today from 10am-7pm. Call us at 1-833