TAMPA, Fla.—Debris removal efforts after Hurricanes Helene and Milton came to an end in Tampa on Dec. 20, as recovery efforts continued across the Bay area.
The city of Tampa announced the deadline earlier this week, stating, “To ensure the FEMA reimbursement eligibility, all reported storm debris must be assessed and approved by December 20, 2024.”
As of Dec. 20, 1.3 million cubic yards of debris have been collected just in the city limits alone, with nearly all of the rounds completed by the first week of December.
“All green, but no Grinches here,” Tampa Mayor Jane Castor posted on X on Dec. 6. “Thanks to our hardworking Solid Waste team and contractors, our debris collection is ahead of schedule, and the final pass will be completed just in time for Christmas.”…