Rebecca Fernandez

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[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

Same 😢🥺 Praying for my home away from home. Stay safe, everyone!!

[Jacqueline Matter @JMatter_TV]

Truly a pit in my stomach this morning. This is unfathomable to think of. 💔

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[TopLine MD @TopLineMD]

The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine has been authorized for use for kids ages 12-17. Here's what you should know: https://t.co/YzICjl3J2z

[Daniela Hurtado @DaniCHurtado_]

BREAKING: An arrest has been made in connection to the decomposed body found inside a trash bin in Manatee County yesterday.

[ABC7 Sarasota @mysuncoast]

If you need a warm place to go, Sarasota Emergency Management Officials are working with the Salvation Army to open up a cold weather shelter. Temperatures may drop into the 40s tonight. https://t.co/s71Ce1eZbs

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

It’s December 1st & 57 degrees right now in Sarasota!! Hello winter 😍 #CountdowntoChristmas

[Sarasota Police Department @SarasotaPD]

We appreciate journalists from @mysuncoast, @WFLA, @FOX13News & @abcactionnews speaking with Civilian Investigator Jeffrey Birdwell about the 1985 homicide of Denise Stafford. Stories are scheduled to air later today. You can learn more about this case @ https://t.co/kmD2neR8ac

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

Here’s a video shared by Brett Wallin from his boat. @mysuncoast

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

ONLY ON 7: Brett Wallin from Walt’s Fish Market tells @mysuncoast he’s out on the water assuring his stone crab traps don’t get lost at sea. #Eta #FlWx

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

STORM SURGE WARNING in effect now in Venice ⚠️ Here’s a look at the boat ramp next to Crow’s Nest Marina. @mysuncoast #Eta

[ABC7 Sarasota @mysuncoast]

The Skyway Bridge is now closed. https://t.co/bY3x2mDUMU

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

Winds are starting to pick up in South Sarasota County. The roof of a mobile home in Venice has already flown off as #Eta is hours away from making landfall.

[ABC7 Sarasota @mysuncoast]

Eta continues to move NNE, winds will continue to get strronger and rain bands more intense. A Tornado Watch is also in effect until 5pm. Flash Flood Watch and Storm Surge Watch in effect for the duration of the storm.

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

‼️ We’ll have team coverage bringing you the latest on conditions throughout the day and night!

[ABC7 Sarasota @mysuncoast]

8AM Wednesday Update: Eta upgraded to Category 1 hurricane
Eta now a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 75 mph. But the storm could get weaker again as it gets closer to the coast. Wind and rain will increase in intensity through the day and peak tonight.

[ABC7 Sarasota @mysuncoast]

6AM Wednesday Update: Tropical Storm Warnings in Effect
Rain continues this morning on the Suncoast. Winds at SRQ are steady 18 mph, gusting to 25 mph.
The track of Eta changed drastically overnight. Wind and rain will increase in intensity through the day and peak tonight.

[ABC7 Sarasota @mysuncoast]

Tropical Storm ETA moves SW away from Florida today, then turns north Tuesday and could become Cat 1 hurricane. Still lots of uncertainty for the track by Thursday, but could come closer to the Suncoast. Stay with us for updates!

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

Hahaha I will always be right here to get you through the craziness 🥰👊🏻

[Daniela Hurtado @DaniCHurtado_]

When you sing the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air theme song for your mic check and @RebeccaABC7 sings along during her mic check. A REAL ONE. 😂 Honestly after a week like this week it’s truly the little things.

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

@GoodforFlorida issued the following
statement on the election outcome:

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

No word yet from Margaret Good!

[Daniela Hurtado @DaniCHurtado_]

.@VernBuchanan is giving a victory speech at the Republican Party at Robarts Arena. 92% of precincts reported in Sarasota County and 66/69 precincts reported in Manatee County. “Thank you and God Bless America” exclaims Congressman Buchanan as he gets off stage. @mysuncoast

[Rebecca Fernandez @RebeccaABC7]

Top #ElectionNight story on @mysuncoast:

Will Republican @VernBuchanan keep his Congressional seat, or can Democrat @GoodforFlorida take it?

@DaniCHurtado_ and I will have team coverage on the race all night long!