Anna Maria Island, Hurricane Helene
Helene dumped sand on Anna Maria Island homes and roads. Here’s what to do with it
Part of Helene’s fallout is sand dispersed along roadways and homes on Anna Maria Island. Beach access remains closed and curfews are in place from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. in Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach. Manatee County officials stressed not to dump sand on the beach, due to possible contamination.
Can you access Anna Maria Island after Hurricane Helene’s damage? Here’s what to know
After hitting Florida’s Gulf Coast, Helene tore through the Southeast, unleashing historic rain and flooding in parts of Georgia and the Carolinas and leaving dozens of people dead and millions without power. Helene’s trail of destruction and record-breaking floods could rank among the costliest storms in U.S. history.
US: Volunteers Deploy to Hurricane-Battered Anna Maria Island for Round-the-Clock Relief
Bradenton, United States - September 30, 2024 In a display of solidarity and commitment to community welfare, the Bradenton Police Department (BPD) has announced a significant reinforcement initiative,
Hurricane Helene: The 'heartbreaking' damage left behind on Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island was among the areas hit hard by Hurricane Helene. The small island was underwater, with 100% of single family homes seeing 3-4 feet of floodwaters.
Locals return to Anna Maria Island homes and businesses broken by Hurricane Helene
Gov. Ron DeSantis set an aggressive timetable for a temporary road on Anna Maria Island after Hurricane Helene buried and battered Gulf Drive.
Rick Scott tours Helene damage on Anna Maria Island
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Sen. Rick Scott toured Anna Maria Island to evaluate the damage left behind from Hurricane Helene. Scott met with residents and other crews who were beginning their cleanup efforts. A look at the damage: Anna Maria Island residents lost ‘everything’ to Hurricane Helene
Anna Maria Island residents dealing with the hurricane’s destruction
Thousands on Anna Maria Island are dealing with extreme damage of their property, personal items, vehicles, and boats, after Hurricane Helene’s wrath ripped through the coast. The streets are still filled with sand,
Anna Maria Island devastated by Helene, Manatee County reports major damage
Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch Director Kristen Mazzarella told the Herald-Tribune that wildlife on the island also suffered losses. She said that a record-setting number of sea turtle nests laid on AMI this year has been devastated, first by Hurricane Debby and finished off by Helene.
Aerial view of Anna Maria Island after Hurricane Helene
Photojournalist Thomas Bender got an aerial tour of Anna Maria Island after Hurricane Helene. Thomas Bender. Hurricane Helene flooded St. Armands Circle in Sarasota
Fire destroys home on Anna Maria Island
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - A fire broke out shortly after 3p.m. Sunday destroying a home. It happened on Oak Ave., just off Peacock Road. According to firefighters on scene the home is a complete loss.
Curfew in place for all 3 cities on Anna Maria Island after Hurricane Helene
HOLMES BEACH, Fla. — A curfew has been implemented for all three cities on Anna Maria Island after Hurricane Helene left a severe storm surge and flooding throughout the Tampa Bay area. According to the City of Holmes Beach, the curfew is from dusk until dawn and no one can walk or drive around the island between these hours.
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Boil Water Advisory issued for Anna Maria Island
ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fla. (WWSB) - Manatee County has issued a boil water advisory for Anna Maria Island. This advisory does not mean that the water is contaminated but rather that it could be ...
Live: Water service restored to some barrier islands; gas leaks delay Longboat reopening
With some barrier islands inaccessible and thousands of homes damaged by Hurricane Helene, thousands are recovering in ...
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Pinellas barrier islands reopen to public, officials ask visitors to postpone travel plans
Pinellas barrier islands reopen to public, officials ask visitors to postpone travel plans ...