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The Sunshine Skyway Bridge was closed on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. due to high winds caused by Hurricane Helene. This decision impacted local traffic and safety, highlighting the ongoing effects of the hurricane on the region.
Veo has temporarily suspended its scooter service in downtown St. Petersburg due to incoming weather conditions. The notification was sent via the Veo app shortly before 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday, indicating that the service would remain unavailable until further notice.
Tampa International Airport has announced the suspension of all commercial and cargo operations starting at 2 a.m. Thursday due to Hurricane Helene. The airport will remain closed until officials can assess any potential damage from the storm. This decision highlights the airport's commitment to safety amid severe weather conditions.
U-Haul is providing free self-storage and U-Box portable containers for 30 days to Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Helene. Nearly 20 U-Haul franchisees have made 136 facilities available statewide to aid those in need during this crisis.
St. Petersburg's sandbag distribution sites were closed due to inclement weather and employee safety concerns, after distributing 39,000 sandbags on the last day. The city has provided a total of 139,000 sandbags since the beginning of the year, responding to the threat posed by Hurricane Helene.
Level Up Auto Sales, a used car dealership in St. Petersburg, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, reporting debts between $10 million and $50 million. The business has faced significant challenges, including declining demand and tightening margins following a surge in used car prices during the pandemic.
The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) will suspend all transit services on Thursday due to Hurricane Helene, following their provision of free rides to storm shelters. The suspension will remain in effect "until further notice," while normal operations will continue through Wednesday night.
As Hurricane Helene approaches the Gulf Coast, health experts and emergency management officials are urging residents to prepare for potential severe impacts. They emphasize the importance of taking immediate precautions to ensure safety during the storm.
Pinellas County officials have mandated an evacuation for Zone A as Hurricane Helene approaches, expected to intensify to a Category 3 hurricane. Mayor Welch emphasizes the urgency for residents to heed these evacuation orders to ensure safety amid the impending storm.
Manny Rivelo has been appointed as the new CEO of ConnectWise, succeeding Jason Magee, who stepped down after five years in leadership. The transition aims to ensure continuity within the Tampa-based software and cybersecurity company.