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This is Bayshore Drive in Tarpon Springs, a residential street with canal access. The fire in the background is on Chesapeake Drive.
This is Bayshore Drive in Tarpon Springs, a residential street with canal access. The fire in the background is on Chesapeake Drive. [ Photo by Katie Emerson ]
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Published Aug. 30|Updated Aug. 30

As Tampa Bay awoke Wednesday, coastal areas were experiencing flooding that continued through through afternoon. High tide later in the day could make the situation worse. Here are images we’ve seen so far.

The Clearwater Police Department shared images of flooding around the city on Facebook, stressing that beach access is still closed. Here, chairs are seen floating down the street on Wednesday, Aug. 30.
The Clearwater Police Department shared images of flooding around the city on Facebook, stressing that beach access is still closed. Here, chairs are seen floating down the street on Wednesday, Aug. 30. [ Clearwater Police Department ]
The Clearwater Police Department shared images of flooding Wednesday, Aug. 30, around the city on Facebook, stressing that beach access is still closed. Mailboxes dot the area where the street should be.
The Clearwater Police Department shared images of flooding Wednesday, Aug. 30, around the city on Facebook, stressing that beach access is still closed. Mailboxes dot the area where the street should be. [ Clearwater Police Department ]
The Clearwater Police Department shared images of flooding Wednesday, Aug. 30, around the city on Facebook, stressing that beach access is still closed.
The Clearwater Police Department shared images of flooding Wednesday, Aug. 30, around the city on Facebook, stressing that beach access is still closed. [ Clearwater Police Department ]
Jeff Lynn of St. Petersburg walks through water on Sunshine Drive South, one of St. Petersburg’s pink streets, at noon on Wednesday, Aug. 30. Lynn lives a block away and said the water had receded a lot since the morning, when it was up to his knees and he paddled boarded the street until the current got too strong. No homes in the area appeared to have flooded, Lynn said, but he was worried about the coming high tide.
Jeff Lynn of St. Petersburg walks through water on Sunshine Drive South, one of St. Petersburg’s pink streets, at noon on Wednesday, Aug. 30. Lynn lives a block away and said the water had receded a lot since the morning, when it was up to his knees and he paddled boarded the street until the current got too strong. No homes in the area appeared to have flooded, Lynn said, but he was worried about the coming high tide. [ CHRISTOPHER SPATA | Times ]
Gina Angelastro of St. Petersburg takes photos of the currently inaccessible boat ramp at Bay Vista Park in St. Petersburg. People came out to the park to see big waves and some light flooding Wednesday morning.
Gina Angelastro of St. Petersburg takes photos of the currently inaccessible boat ramp at Bay Vista Park in St. Petersburg. People came out to the park to see big waves and some light flooding Wednesday morning. [ CHRISTOPHER SPATA | Times ]
Here in St. Petersburg's Tanglewood neighborhood, water was approaching the top of a city garbage bin.
Here in St. Petersburg's Tanglewood neighborhood, water was approaching the top of a city garbage bin. [ Photo by Matt Gowens ]
In St. Petersburg's Tanglewood neighborhood, water filled the streets in an area that floods less than some of the nearby areas.
In St. Petersburg's Tanglewood neighborhood, water filled the streets in an area that floods less than some of the nearby areas. [ Photo by Matt Gowens ]
Water encroaches on driveways and homes in St. Petersburg's Tanglewood neighborhood.
Water encroaches on driveways and homes in St. Petersburg's Tanglewood neighborhood. [ Photo by Matt Gowens ]
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles shared this image of the Howard Frankland Bridge on Wednesday morning, asking motorists to stay off the roads.
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles shared this image of the Howard Frankland Bridge on Wednesday morning, asking motorists to stay off the roads. [ Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles ]
More flooding from Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa where the water on roads appears to be waist level at some points.
More flooding from Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa where the water on roads appears to be waist level at some points. [ DIVYA KUMAR | Times ]
On flooded Rocky Creek Drive in Town N Country, neighbors checked on the welfare of elderly residents in the area.
On flooded Rocky Creek Drive in Town N Country, neighbors checked on the welfare of elderly residents in the area. [ Jeff Solochek ]
In Ybor City, the area seemed to have escaped with minor damage.
In Ybor City, the area seemed to have escaped with minor damage. [ Divya Kumar ]
Josh, who did not give his last name, walks his motorcycle to Desoto Park after attempting to ride through impassable South Bermuda Boulevard at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Josh, who did not give his last name, walks his motorcycle to Desoto Park after attempting to ride through impassable South Bermuda Boulevard at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg.
Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
A man paddles down Coffee Pot Boulevard, past a black sedan underwater Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg.
A man paddles down Coffee Pot Boulevard, past a black sedan underwater Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
Water covers a large area on Oleander Way as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena.
Water covers a large area on Oleander Way as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena. [ MARTHA ASENCIO-RHINE | Times ]
Oly, a three-year-old mini-Golden Doodle, surveys the high water along Bayshore Boulevard near the pier Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg.
Oly, a three-year-old mini-Golden Doodle, surveys the high water along Bayshore Boulevard near the pier Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
Richard “The Hawk” Hawkins, 68, sits on boards outside Fresca’s Waterfront Bistro. He spent the night there in the storm. Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg.
Richard “The Hawk” Hawkins, 68, sits on boards outside Fresca’s Waterfront Bistro. He spent the night there in the storm. Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
Richard “The Hawk” Hawkins, 68, sits on boards outside Fresca’s Waterfront Bistro. He spent the night there in the storm. Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg.
Richard “The Hawk” Hawkins, 68, sits on boards outside Fresca’s Waterfront Bistro. He spent the night there in the storm. Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
Flooding seen at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Flooding seen at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
Josh, who did not give his last name, walks his motorcycle to Desoto Park after attempting to ride through impassable South Bermuda Boulevard at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Josh, who did not give his last name, walks his motorcycle to Desoto Park after attempting to ride through impassable South Bermuda Boulevard at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
Flooding reaches a front yard on Thrace Street at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Flooding reaches a front yard on Thrace Street at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
Josh, who did not give his last name, turns around on 26th Street as South Bermuda Boulevard is impassable on his motorcycle at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Josh, who did not give his last name, turns around on 26th Street as South Bermuda Boulevard is impassable on his motorcycle at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
People walk through a flooded 22nd Street at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
People walk through a flooded 22nd Street at Palmetto Beach in Tampa as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Big Bend region on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
The Hillsborough River has overrun its banks on Riverside Drive just south of the Columbus bridge in Tampa.
The Hillsborough River has overrun its banks on Riverside Drive just south of the Columbus bridge in Tampa. [ SUE CARLTON | Times ]
The Oldsmar Pier at R.E. Olds Park is overrun with water.
The Oldsmar Pier at R.E. Olds Park is overrun with water. [ DAWN CATE | Times ]
What Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard looks like at Rome Avenue.
What Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard looks like at Rome Avenue. [ Photo by Gene May ]
St. Petersburg's Coffee Pot Bayou has flooded the surrounding streets.
St. Petersburg's Coffee Pot Bayou has flooded the surrounding streets. [ TOM TOBIN | Times ]
St. Petersburg's Coffee Pot Bayou has flooded the surrounding streets.
St. Petersburg's Coffee Pot Bayou has flooded the surrounding streets. [ TOM TOBIN | Times ]
Water from Tampa Bay floods Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa.
Water from Tampa Bay floods Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa. [ BRUCE FAULMANN | Times ]
North Shore Drive in St Pete is flooded. A large part of North Shore Park is a lake.
North Shore Drive in St Pete is flooded. A large part of North Shore Park is a lake. [ TOM TOBIN | Times ]
Beach volleyball courts swamped at North Shore Park in St Pete with the Pier in the distance.
Beach volleyball courts swamped at North Shore Park in St Pete with the Pier in the distance. [ TOM TOBIN | Times ]
Hibiscus Avenue South is flooded as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena.
Hibiscus Avenue South is flooded as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena. [ MARTHA ASENCIO-RHINE | Times ]
A home on Hibiscus Avenue South is pictured around flood waters as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena.
A home on Hibiscus Avenue South is pictured around flood waters as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena. [ MARTHA ASENCIO-RHINE | Times ]
A Publix on Pasadena Avenue South is pictured among flooded streets as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena.
A Publix on Pasadena Avenue South is pictured among flooded streets as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena. [ MARTHA ASENCIO-RHINE | Times ]
Chad Hinchman, 40, walks through one of his rental Airbnb properties on Hibiscus Avenue South, which flooded overnight, at times he noticed over two feet of water, as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena.
Chad Hinchman, 40, walks through one of his rental Airbnb properties on Hibiscus Avenue South, which flooded overnight, at times he noticed over two feet of water, as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Pasadena. [ MARTHA ASENCIO-RHINE | Times ]
Tampa Bay has risen to cover Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa and its neighboring streets.
Tampa Bay has risen to cover Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa and its neighboring streets. [ Photo by Gene May ]
Water creeps up surrounding streets off Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard.
Water creeps up surrounding streets off Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard. [ Photo by Gene May ]
Off Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard, water knocked over this recycling bin.
Off Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard, water knocked over this recycling bin. [ Photo by Gene May ]
A couple is seen along flooded 31st Avenue Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath.
A couple is seen along flooded 31st Avenue Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]
A group wades into the flooded Beach Boulevard near 31st Avenue Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath.
A group wades into the flooded Beach Boulevard near 31st Avenue Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]
A large sailboat is seen resting against the dock behind the Gulfport Casino after coming loose from its mooring as water builds along Shore Boulevard Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath.
A large sailboat is seen resting against the dock behind the Gulfport Casino after coming loose from its mooring as water builds along Shore Boulevard Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]
Shore Boulevard in front of O’Maddy’s Bar & Grille is seen flooded Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath.
Shore Boulevard in front of O’Maddy’s Bar & Grille is seen flooded Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]
The Gulfport Casino along Shore Boulevard is seen flooded Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath.
The Gulfport Casino along Shore Boulevard is seen flooded Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]
Bill Teichman, 64, of Gaylord, Mich. walks through water at Veterans Park Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath.
Bill Teichman, 64, of Gaylord, Mich. walks through water at Veterans Park Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]
High water in downtown St. Petersburg by the St. Petersburg Yacht Club.
High water in downtown St. Petersburg by the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. [ JUSTINE GRIFFIN | Times ]
Bill Teichman, 64, of Gaylord, Mich. takes a photo of flooded Shore Boulevard Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath.
Bill Teichman, 64, of Gaylord, Mich. takes a photo of flooded Shore Boulevard Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Gulfport. As Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region the Tampa Bay region is still feeling the storms aftermath. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]
About three feet of water near the entrance to Ponderosa Shores in Shore Acres in St. Petersburg.
About three feet of water near the entrance to Ponderosa Shores in Shore Acres in St. Petersburg. [ Photo by Brian Moran ]
Hillsborough River came over the seawall at the Franciscan Center in Riverside Heights, Tampa. Beyond the tree on the left you can see a submerged bench where people sit to contemplate the river.
Hillsborough River came over the seawall at the Franciscan Center in Riverside Heights, Tampa. Beyond the tree on the left you can see a submerged bench where people sit to contemplate the river. [ SUE CARLTON | Times ]
The water has risen well into Lassing Park in St Petersburg. Those palms are usually high and dry.
The water has risen well into Lassing Park in St Petersburg. Those palms are usually high and dry. [ GRAHAM BRINK | Times ]
The "no swimming" sign in St. Petersburg's Lassing Park.
The "no swimming" sign in St. Petersburg's Lassing Park. [ GRAHAM BRINK | Times ]
In St. Petersburg's Shore Acres, water was encroaching on homes along the canals.
In St. Petersburg's Shore Acres, water was encroaching on homes along the canals. [ Photo by Brian Moran ]
This is how Brooker Creek in St. Petersburg's Roser Park neighborhood looked on Wednesday morning.
This is how Brooker Creek in St. Petersburg's Roser Park neighborhood looked on Wednesday morning. [ JUSTINE GRIFFIN | Times ]
Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A, navigate through the neighborhood in high waters, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg.
Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A, navigate through the neighborhood in high waters, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
Tabitha Vavrick, 56, is a resident of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A. She has seen the neighborhood flood four times.
Tabitha Vavrick, 56, is a resident of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A. She has seen the neighborhood flood four times. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A, navigate through the neighborhood in high waters, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg.
Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A, navigate through the neighborhood in high waters, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A, navigate through the neighborhood in high waters, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg.
Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A, navigate through the neighborhood in high waters, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A, navigate through the neighborhood in high waters, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg.
Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Park, a manufactured home community in flood zone A, navigate through the neighborhood in high waters, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in St. Petersburg. [ JENNIFER GLENFIELD | Times ]
Just before high tide on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, Nicholas Holman, 29, walked across 22nd Ave. S., toward the beach, to see how far he could get. At 30th Ave. S., three blocks from Boca Ciega Bay, police blocked Beach Blvd. because of flooding. Holman took off his sneakers, waded through ankle-deep water and set up an easel facing the historic casino. He wanted to paint the aftermath of the hurricane. “I love the contrast of nature and buildings, building things where they shouldn’t be, watching what happens,” he said.
Just before high tide on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, Nicholas Holman, 29, walked across 22nd Ave. S., toward the beach, to see how far he could get. At 30th Ave. S., three blocks from Boca Ciega Bay, police blocked Beach Blvd. because of flooding. Holman took off his sneakers, waded through ankle-deep water and set up an easel facing the historic casino. He wanted to paint the aftermath of the hurricane. “I love the contrast of nature and buildings, building things where they shouldn’t be, watching what happens,” he said. [ LANE DEGREGORY | Times ]
Juston Keller, 34, of Hudson, and Brian McCarty, 55, also of Hudson work to move a friends boat that had floated away from a dock in high water in the Sea Ranch area Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Hudson. High tides inundated the area of Sea Ranch catching many residents off guard as Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region.
Juston Keller, 34, of Hudson, and Brian McCarty, 55, also of Hudson work to move a friends boat that had floated away from a dock in high water in the Sea Ranch area Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Hudson. High tides inundated the area of Sea Ranch catching many residents off guard as Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]
Pedestrians walk along a flooded Old Dixie Highway in the Sea Ranch area Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Hudson.
Pedestrians walk along a flooded Old Dixie Highway in the Sea Ranch area Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Hudson. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]
Rodney Rodriguez, left, his son Rodney Rodriguez II, and neighbor Richard Lemery, who was out in the neighborhood with work gloves to help anyone who needed it, got some help from some Muskovy ducks who picked through the debris they were trying to shovel out of the way. The Rodriguez house is on the Hillsborough River just north of downtown, and the river overflowed its banks in the storm.
Rodney Rodriguez, left, his son Rodney Rodriguez II, and neighbor Richard Lemery, who was out in the neighborhood with work gloves to help anyone who needed it, got some help from some Muskovy ducks who picked through the debris they were trying to shovel out of the way. The Rodriguez house is on the Hillsborough River just north of downtown, and the river overflowed its banks in the storm. [ SUE CARLTON | Times ]
Sponge Diver Supply owner works to deal with the storm surge from Hurricane Idalia in Tarpon Springs on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Sponge Diver Supply owner works to deal with the storm surge from Hurricane Idalia in Tarpon Springs on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
A Greek flag floats in the water in front of Costa’s Restaurant as storm surge from Hurricane Idalia floods Athens Street in Tarpon Springs on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
A Greek flag floats in the water in front of Costa’s Restaurant as storm surge from Hurricane Idalia floods Athens Street in Tarpon Springs on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
Selena Dunn, 34, removes wet towels from the floor of her Tarpon Springs home on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Dunn said the water was ankle deep when she got out of bed.
Selena Dunn, 34, removes wet towels from the floor of her Tarpon Springs home on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Dunn said the water was ankle deep when she got out of bed. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
Storm surge from Hurricane Idalia floods Athens Street in Tarpon Springs on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Storm surge from Hurricane Idalia floods Athens Street in Tarpon Springs on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
A dog looks on from a vehicle as a motorists attempts to get through Lime Street, which is flooded due to Hurricane Idalia, in Tarpon Springs on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
A dog looks on from a vehicle as a motorists attempts to get through Lime Street, which is flooded due to Hurricane Idalia, in Tarpon Springs on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]

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