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91º | 60% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:55 a.m. | Sunset 8:15 p.m.
Tides | Old Tampa Bay | High: 4:07 p.m. | Low: 10:07 a.m. + 11:24 p.m. | Clearwater Beach | High: 1:07 p.m. | Low: 6:57 a.m. + 8:06 p.m. | Full Weather Report | Traffic Report
 

The calm after the storm

Debby’s aftermath in the Tampa Bay area
Standing water from heavy rainfall and Hurricane Debbie in a parking lot has cars partially submerged. A police car and cones are in the background, as is a pink tower, seemingly from either the Vinoy Hotel or Don CeSar hotel.
Pinellas County saw significant rainfall throughout the storm. | Photo via City of St. Petersburg
On Saturday, Aug. 3, Debby became the fourth named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, and began making its way up the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida’s Big Bend region after departing Cuba.

Many Tampa Bay residents woke up to rainfall on Sunday, Aug. 4 as Debby’s outer bands began to impact our area. Throughout the day, wind speeds began to pick up, reaching around 70 miles per hour at 8 p.m., after which time the storm soon reached Category 1 status.

Now that the worst of Hurricane Debby’s fury has passed by the Tampa Bay area, we’re here to round up the impacts to our home.

Power

It may be several days before we know the exact total number of people affected by power outages in the Tampa Bay area. However, around 40,000 people across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties woke up yesterday morning with the lights out.

Duke Energy’s outage map offers live information and updates, as does TECO’s map.

A downed tree following Hurricane Debby. A car is under its leaves, and a huge trunk lies horizontal across a road. Greenery is strewn across the road.

Crews are working to repair damage across TBAY.

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Photo via City of St. Petersburg

Flooding

Standing water is causing issues across our region, with Pinellas County especially impacted after significant rainfall. Over 12 inches of rain fell in Pinellas Park, followed by 10+ in both St. Petersburg and Clearwater Beach, according to Bay News 9.

Some parts of Tampa also saw flooding, particularly in South Tampa and around Bayshore Bouelvard. If you see standing water, as the Tampa Police Department advises, “turn around, don’t drown.” Just six inches of water can stall vehicles.

Do your part

While the Tampa Bay area avoided the worst of Debby’s impacts, others around the Sunshine State were not so fortunate. The Red Cross is looking for volunteers + helpers. Local nonprofits like Feeding Tampa Bay and Metropolitan Ministries will also help those in need following the disaster.
Asked

Did you lose power during Debby?
A. Yes — the lights went out.
B. No — we had no outages.
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Events
Editor’s note: Some events may be canceled, changed, or postponed due to Hurricane Debby.

Tuesday, Aug. 6
  • Tampa Tarpons vs. Daytona Tortugas | Tuesday, Aug. 6-Sunday, Aug. 11 | Times vary | George M. Steinbrenner Field | $2+ | Catch a minor league ballgame in the Cigar City, featuring daily specials + deals.
  • Armature Works Book Club: August | Tuesday, Aug. 6 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Armature Works | $34 | Join the monthly club to discuss Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah’s “Chain-Gang All Stars” about two female gladiators fighting for freedom.
Wednesday, Aug. 7
  • Paws for Literacy | Wednesday, Aug. 7-Thursday, Aug. 8 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Humane Society of Tampa Bay | Free | Bring the kiddo down to spend time with for-adoption animals while improving their reading skills.
  • Water Wise Living: Do’s, Don’ts and How To’s | Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 12-12:45 p.m. | Virtual | Free with reservation | Learn more about saving and conserving water at this lunchtime class, hosted by the City of St. Pete.
  • “The Magic of Motown” | Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Palladium Theater | $59+ | Journey through the genre’s most iconic hits throughout the years at this tribute by The Motowners.
Thursday, Aug. 8
Friday, Aug. 9
  • Ms. Lauryn Hill & The Fugees | Friday, Aug. 9 | 8 p.m. | MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre | $59+ | The five-time Grammy winning hip-hop, R&B artist and fashion icon performs at the outdoor venue.
  • 2024 Bolts Brew Fest | Friday, Aug. 9 | 8 p.m. | Amalie Arena | $40+ | Sip local and national brews at the seventh annual Tampa Bay Lightning-hosted event.
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News Notes
Civic
  • Hillsborough County residents braved the weather as early voting began yesterday. Registered voters can head to any of the county’s 27 polling locations through Sunday, Aug. 18. Each location is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until then. Check out ballot info and ID requirements. (WTSP)
Weather
  • The Atlantic hurricane season is in full flow. As Hurricane Debby continues its path, the National Hurricane Center is tracking a new disturbance near the Windward Islands which could develop into another storm system. Prepare with our guide. (WESH)
Watch
  • Speaking of Debby, the storm left a wake of destruction in its path. We ventured around Pinellas County yesterday to see the flooding ourselves, including a trip to Gulfport, where several boats washed ashore.
Opening
  • Talkin’ Tacos is opening a Tampa location. The fast-casual chain serves up innovative Mexican eats and will open at 1819 E. Fowler Ave. on Friday, Aug. 16. If that’s not enough, the first 100 people in line will will get a free order of signature birria tacos. (That’s So Tampa)
Biz
  • Tampa-based World of Beer recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. WOB currently has 33 locations nationwide, and five in the Tampa Bay area. Owners say increased operating costs are one reason for the company’s financial issues. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Concert
  • I’ll miss you babe. Aerosmith canceled their “Farewell Tour,” including a stop in Tampa scheduled for February, and the band has officially retired. Lead singer Steven Tyler was hoping to recover from a vocal cord injury for the tour, but is reportedly unable to do so. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Real Estate
  • There’s a new record for the most expensive home sale in St. Pete Beach history. The property at 2709 Sunset Way sold this past weekend for $11.4 million. The ~5,500-sqft home boasts five beds, seven baths, and unencumbered Gulf of Mexico views. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Eat
  • Ready, set, bake. The 13th Annual Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest returns to the Morean Center for Clay on Saturday, Aug. 24. Want to eat? A box of 12 costs $20. Want to bake? Sign-ups are open until Friday, Aug. 9. (I Love the Burg)
Olympics
  • Tampa’s own Erriyon Knighton is heading to the semi-finals of the men’s 200-meter race. The 20-year-old won his heat yesterday in a time of 19.99 seconds, and will race tomorrow for a place in the final. Keep up with the action from Paris at 10 Tampa Bay.
Coming Soon
  • St. Pete speakeasy The Saint is rebranding in November. That’s when the confessional-themed bar will change into a new yet-to-be-announced concept, led by Pour Behavior Hospitality. Owners say “guests shouldn’t expect the doors to be closed for too long.”
Sports
  • Who’s going to shine for the Bucs in 2024? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Home
  • Drafty windows = higher utility bills. Get beautiful Renewal by Andersen® windows with a limited time buy one, get one 40% off deal — plus, take $200 off your order.*
 
City

It’s a party in the 813

Tampa is getting ready to celebrate 813 Day in style
The TAMPA sign at Sparkman Wharf near Water Street Tampa. It has a Lightning bolt on it for the local hockey team, and a partially cloudy sky is in the background next to a high rise.
Get ready to show some Tampa pride. | Photo via Water Street Tampa
An area code celebration is on the horizon for the Cigar City. We’re planning our 813 celebration on Tuesday, Aug. 13, and rounding up the deals marking the occasion.

Water Street Tampa and Sparkman Wharf are both offering 813-related deals. Here are some of the $8.13 specials catching our eye:
Sparkman Wharf will also donate $5 per photo (up to $1000) to the Tampa Bay History Center for photos taken of the TAMPA sign between Friday, Aug. 9 and Sunday, Aug. 18.
Entry requirements
The Buy

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Colorful felt tip pens, patterned file folders, and a rolling utility cart — because it’s back-to-school shopping season, aka the perfect time to stock up on office supplies and organization essentials.
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