Contractors begin hurricane debris removal in Sarasota
SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — Contractors began picking up storm debris in Sarasota on Wednesday. County officials shared guidelines for residents handling debris in a social media post. Officials said storm debris should not be put into plastic bags.
'It's a lot of work': Kissimmee begins debris removal after Hurricane Milton
Kissimmee crews started debris removal a week after Hurricane Milton, with residents and city officials working together.
DeSantis says state will help with Hurricane Milton debris removal
Gov. Ron DeSantis is again using state forces to help with county and city debris removal after Hurricane Milton came tearing through Florida, he announced Sunday. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved a 100% reimbursement rate for debris collection in Florida’s impacted areas for a 90-day window.
Hurricane Milton: DeSantis directs 2,800 workers to do debris removal for 90 days
The president agreed to reimburse Florida the full cost of the next 90 days. But the governor did not meet with Biden Sunday when he visited Florida.
Hurricane debris removal will take months
Sarasota city officials ask for patience as debris collection assets are stretched thin amid historic storm damage across multiple states.
Florida Returning to Something Like Normal After Hurricane Milton
Florida counties hard hit by Hurricane Milton are returning to a semblance of normalcy with power being restored to most areas, gas stations reopening and students returning to school this week
How Hurricanes Helene and Milton could affect the 2024 election
Hurricanes Helene and Milton may not change many voters' minds, but they could dampen turnout in the hardest-hit areas.
When will Hurricane Milton debris be picked up of Sarasota and Manatee counties?
It might take a while for Hurricane Milton debris to be picked up in Sarasota and Manatee counties, but here is what you need to know.
At least 24 people dead in Hurricane Milton’s aftermath
An older woman who was crushed by a tree crashing into her bedroom in Ormond Beach. An 89-year-old in Volusia County who began experiencing a cardiac emergency after paramedics stopped responding to calls.
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'It doesn't make sense': Condo debris not covered by FEMA for pickup
FEMA guidelines for debris removal do not include condos or condominiums they are considered commercial enterprises.
West Asheville public housing residents decry debris processing sites opened nearby
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Greeneway to require 'major work with major equipment.' North Augusta moves into debris removal
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Help on the way for Treasure Island debris removal
On Sunset Beach in Treasure Island, homeowners have worked hard to clean up and repair their homes following Hurricane Helene ...
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St. Lucie County says they’re struggling to find crews for debris removal
St. Lucie County officials told WPTV they’re struggling to find even more contractors to clean up debris from the recent ...
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Spartanburg leaders talk debris removal from Helene, damages by numbers, lessons learned
One of Spartanburg’s main focuses at the moment is debris removal. Crews plan to work 12-hour days all week until the work is ...
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Debris removal still underway in Pinellas after state forced open solid waste disposal site
DeSantis said the state has helped facilitate nearly 500 truckloads carrying a cumulative 9,000 cubic yards of debris removed ...
Slow debris removal frustrates Holmes Beach’s residents
Cynthia Balbierer is a longtime resident of Holmes Beach and wants her city to return to normal. However, she’s having a ...