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Tracking the Tropics | Hurricane warnings issued for Florida costal areas. #weather #abcactionnews
SUMMARY: ABC Action News Chief Meteorologist Dennis Phillips reports that tropical storm warnings are in effect for most areas, with hurricane warnings along the coasts of Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus Counties. Tropical Storm Helen is expected to pass close to the region, bringing tropical storm force winds, but not sustained hurricane winds. The storm may make landfall in the Panhandle or Big Bend as a Category 3 hurricane. Storm surge could reach 8 to 9 feet, impacting local waterways. Winds will begin to increase Thursday morning, peaking at 65 to 70 mph later that afternoon, with conditions improving by Thursday night.
ABC Action News tracks tropical developments in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.
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Miami-Dade's Northeast Corridor Transit project stepping closer to become reality
SUMMARY: The Miami-Dade County Northeast Corridor Transit project has advanced to the engineering phase, potentially unlocking over $380 million in federal funding. CBS News Miami reports that this initiative aims to establish a new transit system, including a Metro Rail station in Aventura, bridging gaps for communities like North Miami and Miami Shores. With total costs exceeding $920 million, funding will derive from federal, county ($337 million), and state ($200 million) sources, pending Congressional approval. While some commuters anticipate improved transit options, concerns remain about the current public transport limitations and recent bus route cuts.
CBS News Miami’s Chelsea Jones explains who will pay for the public transit project and what commuters think about it.
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Palmetto Expressway shut down in both directions near NW 58 Street
SUMMARY: Breaking news from Medley: the Palmetto is closed in both directions at Northwest 58th Street due to a downed power line on the road. This shutdown comes during rush hour, causing significant inconvenience for commuters. A live view from Chopper 4 confirms the situation. Stay tuned to Aon online for the latest updates on this developing story.
The Palmetto Expressway is shut down Wednesday afternoon in both directions near NW 58 Street.
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Person of interest in custody connected to El Taiger murder
SUMMARY: A person of interest, 49-year-old Damen Valdez Galloso, is in custody in New York City related to the murder of Cuban reggaeton star El Tiger. He was arrested for failing to register as a sex offender and is also considered a fugitive. El Tiger was found shot in the head near Jackson Memorial Hospital on October 3. Miami police believe Galloso is the shooter and are coordinating with local authorities to extradite him for questioning. Although no official murder charges have been filed yet, police are working with the District Attorney’s office to proceed.
CBS News Miami’s Anna McAllister has the latest update from Miami Police.
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