SUMMARY: Tonight in Miami, temperatures are around 84°F with light southeast breezes. Weather remains mostly dry, but rain chances will increase this weekend as moisture moves in from the Gulf. Showers may develop along the coast by late evening. Tropical systems are being monitored, including Hurricane Kirk, expected to track northeast, and another depression with limited development potential. South Florida may experience heavy rain early next week, with possible flooding. Tomorrow’s temperatures will rise to around 90°F by noon, with scattered showers likely. The weekend will see higher rain chances, affecting the forecast through midweek.

CBS News Miami’s meteorologist Dave Warren’s weather outlook for South Florida.

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SUMMARY: Homeowners are frustrated as county officials have halted the acceptance of storm debris from commercial haulers at the main dump site. CFO Katherine Lamon explained that this decision was made to ensure compliance with FEMA reimbursement requirements, which limit debris acceptance to the unincorporated area. Residents express concerns over inadequate preparation by the county and cities for post-storm cleanup, with many still needing assistance. The lack of clear direction for debris disposal has left hundreds struggling to manage the aftermath of the storm, adding to their suffering during this challenging time.

Florida County closes main dump to storm debris as trash piles up.

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SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen severely damaged two schools in Pinellas County, making them unfit for reopening. Students from Gulf Beaches Elementary and Madeira Beach Fundamental K-8 will resume classes today at different locations while repairs take place. Gulf Beaches Elementary will operate at Diston Academy, relocating its students, while Madeira Beach Fundamental will split into two campuses: younger students at Wallingham Elementary and middle schoolers at Oola Fundamental High School. Despite the challenges of modified schedules and changes, the district aims to maintain connections among friends and teachers until the schools are repaired, a process expected to take several months.

Pinellas County schools can’t reopen after Hurricane Helene

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