Leon County and Tallahassee are offering sandbags ahead of a potential hurricane
Forecasters say the storm, to be named Helene, could impact the Florida panhandle. Heavy rain and gusty winds are expected in Leon County by the end of the week.
Sandbag locations open this week across the Big Bend ahead of potential tropical system
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Leon County announces sandbag locations this week as officials monitor the tropical weather system in the Caribbean, according to a press release. In anticipation of potential heavy rainfall, Leon County will open five sandbag locations for residents.
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Florida's Gulf Coast was bracing Monday for the possibility that Invest 97L, a tropical disturbance in the Caribbean Sea, could intensify quickly.
Where to find sandbags around Tampa Bay ahead of potential major hurricane
As forecasters watch a tropical disturbance that could become a major hurricane in the Gulf of Mexico, some local governments in the Tampa Bay area started offering sandbags Monday. Officials note that while sandbags can be an effective tool to prevent minor water intrusion,
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Long Line For Sandbags In Tampa As Hurricane Threat Looms
Helene is now a tropical storm, and it's expected to be a major hurricane when it impacts the Florida Gulf Coast this week. People in Tampa are racing to get ready, with huge lines of cars waiting for sandbags.
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Leon County continues to closely monitor the tropical weather system in the Caribbean and remains in coordination with the National Weather Service.
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The National Hurricane Center said that a major hurricane will make landfall along the Florida gulf coast on Thursday.
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