SUMMARY: After devastating back-to-back hurricanes, many families in the Tampa Bay Area are facing a difficult holiday season. Many are still displaced due to flooding, while others struggle to financially recover. ABC reporter Kea McCormack spoke to one South Tampa mom, Christy Clemens, whose home was flooded during Hurricane Milton while she was 32 weeks pregnant. Her family is now preparing for the holidays in a rental apartment. Mental health counselor Danielle Bishop advises adjusting holiday expectations and creating a safe space for children to express their feelings, acknowledging the uncertainty many families are navigating this season.

Families still trying to recover after hurricanes as holidays near

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SUMMARY: A touching reunion took place in Plantation when Lewis Sanchez thanked nurse Allison Seamore, who saved his life after she recognized his heart issues while off duty at a gas station. After noticing Sanchez’s chest pains, Seamore used her stethoscope and urged him to go to the hospital. Unsure if he would follow through, she returned to ensure he got prompt treatment. At HCA Florida Westside Hospital, Sanchez underwent immediate surgery to replace a heart valve. Grateful for her intervention, he expressed that her actions gave him a new lease on life, considering it the best Christmas gift.

CBS New Miami’s Steve Maugeri was on hand for the tearful reunion with nurse Alison Seecoomar and patient Luis Sanchez-Mendia HCA Florida Westside.. She had noticed something was wrong when he went to a gas station where he was an attendant.

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SUMMARY: Tampa International Airport (TPA) is expecting record-breaking holiday travel, with approximately 80,000 passengers over the next two weeks. The busiest day will be the Sunday before Thanksgiving, causing longer TSA wait times—up to 30 minutes for standard security. Travelers should avoid bringing firearms, as TPA has seen a rise in gun attempts, leading to fines up to $13,000. Parking will be limited, so booking in advance is recommended. Ongoing construction at airside A and E may cause delays, particularly for Delta, Frontier, and Air Canada passengers. Travelers should plan ahead for busy holiday seasons and potential savings on Black Friday flights.s

TPA expected to break travel records this Thanksgiving

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