Hurricane Helene Update No. 16

Hillsborough County, Fla. (Sept. 28, 2024) - A wastewater pumping system in South Hillsborough County that was impacted by flooding from Hurricane Helene is now fully operational.

Residents who live in the Apollo Beach and Ruskin communities, west of Interstate 75 and south of the Alafia River, were affected. Residents in the area can resume regular wastewater activities such as bathing and showering, clothes washing, dishwashing, and flushing.

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Residents and visitors are encouraged to register for HCFL Alert, Hillsborough County's official public notification system for emergency and urgent alerts.

To receive messages by email, phone, and text, go to HCFL.gov/StaySafe. Residents without digital access are encouraged to call (833) HC STORM or (833) 427-8676, the County's storm information line.

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