Tampa’s skyline (seen here from the Riverwalk) continues to evolve as the city grows. | Photo via @growgavan
Florida is definitely no stranger to hurricane season — but Ian has especially kept us on our toes. While we aren’t sure exactly what the full extent of the storm’s impact will be overall (follow the current track here), there’s one thing we can be certain of — Tampa Bay will be looking to lend a hand to those affected.
OneBlood is encouraging all elgible donors to give blood to help those impacted by the hurricane.
Feeding Tampa Bay is providing aid for food assistance through the hurricane. Make a donation to help those experiencing food insecurity during the storm.
St. Pete Free Clinic provides health care, food, recovery housing, and education to the area year round. Consider making a donation to make a difference for Pinellas County.
Metropolitan Ministries offers comprehensive services for those experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. Explore its donation options or consider becoming a volunteer.
The Crisis Center of Tampa offers emotional + crisis support to the community year-round. Make a donation online.
American Red Cross needs volunteers in multiple areas, including its disaster action team, shelter services, and disaster health. Search for volunteer openings here.
Treasure Chests 5K + Fun Run | Sun., Oct. 9 | 7 a.m. | AdventHealth Training Center, 1 Buccaneer Pl. | $50 | Grab your Hokas + join the Buccaneers for their 10th annual 5K run supporting breast cancer research. 🏴☠️
Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show | Fri., Oct. 14 | 7-11 p.m. | MIDFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre | $101+ | Take a night out enjoying country hits like “Tennessee Whiskey” and “You Should Probably Leave” from this Grammy winning artist. 🎸
Tampa Bay VegFest | Sat., Nov. 5 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Perry Harvey Sr. Park, 1000 E. Harrison St. | $5 | Connect with your local vegan community as this festival features live music + fun for the whole family. 🥕
Tampa Bay Times Virtual Festival of Reading | Tues., Nov. 8-Mon., Nov. 14 | All day | Virtual | Free | Hop online to sit in on seven different virtual sessions from nine accomplished writers, hosted by Colette Bancroft, book critic for the Tampa Bay Times. 📚
Tampa Bay Fall RV Show | Thurs., Nov. 10-Sun., Nov. 13 | All day | Florida State Fairgrounds | $5 | With around 100,000 attendees, check out this show that exists to educate the public on RV living. 🚍
2022 National Hockey Festival | Thurs., Nov. 24-Sat., Nov. 26 | All day | Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay, 9330 E. Columbus Dr. | Free | Celebrate your love for the game surrounded by local vendors, teams + members of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission. 🏒
With Hurricane Ian on the move, please note events are subject to be postponed or canceled. Be sure to check in with event hosts and businesses via social media to be aware of any cancelations or event updates.
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Storms are always changing. Follow Hurricane Ian’s pathhere. Or sign up for digital alerts here. Consider buying a crank radio to stay up to date if you lose service, and keep it tuned to WUSF 89.7 or the National Weather Radio KHB32 at 162.550. 🌀
Sunrise + sunset
Rise: 7:21 a.m.
Set: 7:18 p.m.
Tide Old Tampa Bay
High: 4:18 a.m. + 5:50 p.m.
Low: 11:13 a.m. + 10:54 p.m.
Clearwater Beach
High: 1:25 a.m. + 2:59 p.m.
Low: 8:30 a.m. + 8:10 p.m.
Closed
Hillsborough County Schools are closed through Fri., Sept. 30, to ensure the safety of students and their families and as the city uses many as shelters. Classes are set to resume on Mon., Oct. 3. 🎒
Tech
As of 4:28 p.m. on Sept. 28, around 4,300 residents have lost electric power in Tampa Bay already, according to Tampa Electric Company. Stay updated on power outageswithin your area here. (News Channel 8)
Civic
Claude Tankersley,St. Pete Public Works Administrator, is encouraging residents in Pinellas and Hillsborough to keep water usage to a minimum during storm. In the event that the city has to shut off water momentarily, this will ensure residents have water.
History
What do 2022, 1848, and 1921 have in common? They are the only recorded years in history for hurricanes to have directly hit the Tampa Bay area. Known as the Great Gale of 1848, this hurricane brought strong winds and flooding to Tampa. In 1921, what is known as the Tarpon Springs hurricane back then caused $10 million worth of property damage. 🌧️ (Fox News)
List
Wondering what’s safe to eat after a power outage? Use this chart to determine what can be eaten from your fridge and freezer. Keep the hard cheeses, uncut fruits + bread, but toss the eggs and cooked pasta. 🍳 (WFTS)
Sports
We want to make sure that you’re catching all the sports coverage you need to join the conversation. As the fall season gets going, tell uswhat kind of sports content you want to see in TBAYtoday. By completing the survey, you’ll be entered in a drawing for a chance to win team-branded swag up to $100 in value.
Arts
If you’re heading to the Tampa International Airport soon, be sure to stop + grab a selfie with the newest (and tallest) addition. A 21-foot flamingo made of fiberglass and resin was unveiled this past weekend. Artist Matthew Mazzotta constructed the sculpture that is now visible on the third level of the Main Terminal. (Tampa Bay Times)
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THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Victoria.
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