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[Leadership Florida @LeadershipFla]

Congratulations to Craig Richard (#ExecutiveClass11, #WestCentralRegion) for being selected as one of Florida Trend's Top 500 Influentials in Florida in the Professional Services category. Craig is the President & CEO of the @TampaEDC.

Thank you to our sponsor, @tampaelectric!

[Jay Stroman @StromanJay]

Yesterday, President Law recognized Craig Richard with the Distinguished Citizen Award at commencement! As President & CEO of the @TampaEDC, his leadership has driven transformative growth through the creation of jobs, attracting investment and enhancing the future of our region. Congratulations, Craig!

[Moffitt Cancer Center @MoffittNews]

During the Regional Economic Development breakout session at #BioFL24 Jennifer Burrington of @TampaEDC and Bill Cronin of @PascoEDC discuss the economic opportunities associated with the burgeoning life sciences industry in Florida. Moffitt’s global innovation and life sciences hub #SperosFL will bring cutting edge research and economic opportunities to the Tampa area. #FloridaInnovation @BioFlorida

[Hillsborough Schools @HillsboroughSch]

POST-MILTON UPDATE #2: Due to significant flooding, blocked access, and widespread power outages at our sites, schools and district offices will remain closed on Monday, Oct. 14.

An update regarding our reopening status will be made by noon on Monday.

[Jane Castor @JaneCastor]

We are not only Tampa Strong, we are Tampa BAY Strong. We work hard and we work together.

Fantastic interagency work going on right now as @TampaPD , @HCSOSheriff, & @FHPTampa are executing police escorts for fuel tankers to quickly and safely get gas to our residents.

[City of Tampa @CityofTampa]

REENTRY MAP UPDATE: All districts have been unrestricted. Use caution as this does not mean all roads are clear. @HillsboroughFL evacuation orders have not been rescinded yet.

CAUTION: Many traffic lights are out due to power loss. Treat those intersections as a 4-way stop.

[WFLA NEWS @WFLA]

BRIDGES OPEN: All major Tampa Bay area bridges have reopened after Hurricane Milton https://t.co/mfqIBJiSyr

[FDOT West Central - Tampa Area @MyFDOT_Tampa]

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge is now closed in both directions. Real-time updates on bridge closures and openings can be found on https://t.co/xtCCK04nbm.

[FDOT West Central - Tampa Area @MyFDOT_Tampa]

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Howard Frankland Bridge, Gandy and Courtney Campbell Causeway are all anticipated to close by tomorrow afternoon. FDOT, FHP and local officers will have people and equipment on-site to close the Tampa Bay area bridges due to hazardous conditions.

[City of Tampa @CityofTampa]

Tampa, you should be finishing up your #Milton preparations.

Mayor @JaneCastor & @TampaPD Chief Bercaw met with @JimCantore on Bayshore Blvd — discussing the importance of evacuation if you are in Zones A&B. Run from the water, hide from the wind.

@weatherchannel @StevePetyerak

[Tampa Bay EDC @TampaEDC]

#HurricaneMilton 🚨🚨🚨

[Hillsborough County @HillsboroughFL]

❗🌀 A #MandatoryEvacuation order in Hillsborough County has been issued for zones A and B beginning at 2:30 p.m. today.

Those living in mobile and manufactured homes, no matter their zone, are under a mandatory evacuation.

🗺️ Find more info here: https://t.co/xpdIuvGfkV

[Tampa Bay EDC @TampaEDC]

#HurricaneMilton 🚨🚨🚨

[Tampa International Airport ✈️ @FlyTPA]

🚨 TPA TO CLOSE DUE TO MILTON 🚨

🛑 We will suspend flight operations at 9 a.m. Tuesday and reopen when safe to do so

✈️ Check directly with your airline for flight updates

⛈️ TPA is not a shelter for people or vehicles

📲 Stay tuned to our social media for more info

[City of Tampa @CityofTampa]

Reminder: Free, self-service sandbag sites are open for Tampa residents from 8am-7pm today (October 6):
- Al Barnes Park
- Himes Ave Complex

Sand/dirt & tarps available while supplies last.

Bring ID. 10 bag limit.

[City of Tampa @CityofTampa]

All cars, including electric vehicles, can park for FREE at any city garage. Garages open now until at least 5:00pm Thursday.
Note: MUST park on the third level or higher.

[Tampa Bay EDC @TampaEDC]

#TropicalStormMilton 🚨🚨🚨

[Hillsborough Schools @HillsboroughSch]

MILTON UPDATE #1: We have been working with @HillsboroughFL to prepare for the impacts of #TropicalStormMilton.

As a result, district officials have made the decision to close schools on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

[Tampa Bay EDC @TampaEDC]

🚨🚨🚨 #Tampa #Helene

[Tim Wronka @TimWronka]

‼️ Update: FHP says they are reopening the Gandy Bridge! #Helene @BN9

[Tampa International Airport ✈️ @FlyTPA]

🚨 TPA is now open to the public. 🚨

✅ There was no major damage to facilities.

📲 Please verify flight information with your airline.

✈️ Delays and cancellations expected as airlines update schedules in response to impacts from Helene.

Read more ⬇️

https://t.co/W8KQ1mDIwn

[FHP Tampa @FHPTampa]

The Gandy Bridge is now open. HFB, CCC & Skyway are still closed. Use caution on the highways. Do NOT drive through flooded roadways and treat it as a 4-way stop if you encounter inoperative traffic signals #Helene

[Hillsborough Schools @HillsboroughSch]

WEATHER UPDATE #3: We hope all of our HCPS families, staff, and their loved ones are safe.

Our schools will remain closed through Friday due to #HurricaneHelene.

[Tampa Bay EDC @TampaEDC]

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[Hillsborough County @HillsboroughFL]

As we prepare for Tropical Storm Helene, Zone A is under a mandatory evacuation notice beginning at 9 a.m.
Mobile and manufactured homes, no matter their zone, are under a mandatory evacuation.
Find your evacuation zone: https://t.co/fTXtGGQ9Kb