SUMMARY: Meteorologist Noah Bergen from Fox 35 discusses Tropical Storm Sarah, currently at 40 mph, which may approach hurricane status by Friday. The storm’s track is uncertain, with potential impacts varying from a hurricane to a depression depending on its path along the Honduran coastline. It’s expected to move into the Gulf by Monday, possibly causing tropical development south of a certain latitude. Remnants of Sarah could merge with a cold front, leading to severe weather across parts of Florida by next Wednesday. While a hurricane threat is diminished, rain and potential wind from Sarah’s remnants are still possible.

FOX 35’s Storm Team Meteorologist Noah Bergren has the latest update from the National Hurricane Center on Tropical Storm Sara. See the latest track and what the models are suggesting for impacts to Florida towards the middle of next week.

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SUMMARY: Fox 35 Storm Team meteorologist Brooks Garner reports that future tropical storm Sarah poses a reduced threat to Florida while likely causing catastrophic flooding in Honduras. The storm will bring significant rainfall, up to 40 inches, potentially resulting in mudslides and loss of life as it slowly moves westward over several days. Although there’s a slight chance it may briefly strengthen, the forecast indicates it will weaken as it reaches Mexico and eventually dissolve into a cold front by mid-next week, bringing some rain to Florida but no severe impacts. A beautiful weekend in Florida is expected before cooler weather arrives.

FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner discusses the change in impacts expected for Florida from future Sara, which has developed in the Caribbean.

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SUMMARY: Business owners in Pinellas County are struggling to recover from recent hurricanes due to delays in obtaining loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA). Many, including George Lewis of the Friendly Fisherman Restaurant, have suffered significant damage and have been waiting weeks for financial assistance, worsened by a lapse in Congressional funding. The SBA’s loan processing has slowed as demand surged following Hurricane Helen. Business owners like Mark Hubard of Hub’s Marina emphasize that these loans are crucial for maintaining payroll and operational support. While awaiting funding, they are relying on local community support and hope Congress will approve additional resources soon.

According to the SBA, the administration ran out of money following increased loan demand after Hurricane Helene.

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