SUMMARY: At Port Tampa Bay, efforts are underway to distribute fuel to the community, with a steady flow of trucks. However, many residents, like Pasco County’s Lady Rollins, are still struggling to find gas after evacuating for Hurricane Milton. Rollins faced long lines and hours spent searching for an open pump. Despite reports of adequate fuel supply, delays stem from power outages caused by the hurricane, preventing safe loading operations. Port officials are optimistic about fully reopening terminals and increasing fuel shipments soon. As frustration mounts among residents, approximately half of Florida’s fuel supply relies on this port.

Officials are working to get gas from the port to residents.

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SUMMARY: Miami Gardens is organizing donations for Central Florida’s hardest-hit areas following recent disasters. Community members contributed items like diapers and hygiene kits at Norwood Park, driven by compassion for those in need. Among the donors was a group from Toronto, Canada, who felt compelled to help during their trip. The collected supplies will be delivered to St. Pete the next morning. Volunteers can assist through neighborsforneighbors.org or by scanning a QR code for options to help. CBS is collaborating with the American Red Cross to provide food and shelter for affected individuals; donations can be made through their websites or hotline.

The city collected several supplies over the past three days.

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SUMMARY: Cleanup efforts continue in Florida following Hurricane Milton, which has resulted in at least 23 fatalities and left nearly 900,000 residents without power. President Biden visited the Tampa area, announcing $612 million in aid for restoration and infrastructure improvements to reduce future power outages. The Florida National Guard has activated approximately 6,700 personnel, rescuing hundreds and clearing roads. St. Petersburg residents face power shortages, gas scarcity, and unsafe tap water. Community centers provide charging stations, ice, and other necessities as residents cope with these shortages, emphasizing the critical need for restored electricity and clean water.

CBS News Miami’s Steve Maugeri has the latest from St. Petersburg.

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