Post-storm resources in the Tampa Bay area

At this time, we can’t be certain what the effects of Hurricane Idalia might be in the Tampa Bay area.

That being said, we’d like to stay prepped — that’s why we’re sharing helpful post-storm resources for locals to utilize, if necessary, later today and throughout the week.

Note: We’ll continue to update this article on our website as we’re able, should further resources and assistance be made available.

📝 Reporting damage

• Predictions show that it’s likely residents will experience power outages due to the storm. You can report outages with TECO and with Duke online.
• If your home, business, or roads/public infrastructure in Pinellas County are damaged from the storm, you can report the issue(s) online.

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ℹ️ General resources + info

• Depending on the damage, it may be best to stay home after the storm. If you’re traveling post-storm, check road conditions before heading out with Florida 511’s tracker.
• Feeding Tampa Bay’s main facility is scheduled to begin reopening later today. The two Trinity Café locations in Hillsborough will serve to-go meals today, and Feeding Pinellas will re-open for dinner service today.
• There will be no trash, recycling, or yard waste collections today in Hillsborough County — residents will receive garbage collection on Saturday, Sept. 2 as part of the next normal collection service. Pinellas County’s Solid Waste Disposal Complex is closed today but will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31.
• Sign up to receive emergency response and economic recovery updates via FloridaDisaster.Biz.

🤝 How to help

• Stay updated on post-storm volunteer opportunities in the area.
• If you’re able, support local businesses that may be hurting due to the storm.
• Connect with your community via Facebook groups like I Love Tampa Bay, Florida and Moving to & Living in Tampa FL.