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DeSantis orders National Guard to secure, work at state’s strike-affected ports | Florida
SUMMARY: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued an executive order to deploy National Guard troops at the state‘s four main seaportsโPort Everglades, Port Miami, Port Tampa Bay, and JAXPORTโamid a port workers’ strike. The order allows the Guard to secure cargo operations and waives tolls and restrictions for commercial vehicles. DeSantis emphasized the need for reliable supplies as the Southeast recovers from Hurricane Helene, blaming the Biden administration’s inaction for the strike. He also mandated the temporary lifting of rental restrictions for evacuees to facilitate housing during recovery efforts.
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Man dies after Miramar apartment complex shooting
SUMMARY: Authorities are searching for the gunman involved in a deadly shooting at Avalon Mirar Park Place Apartment Complex in Myanmar, where the victim was identified as Alec Matthew Husam. The incident occurred around 7 AM, following a fight between two men that escalated into gunfire. Witnesses recounted the victim’s girlfriend screaming for him as she attempted CPR. Residents expressed their shock, noting that such violence was unprecedented in their community. Police have yet to disclose any details about a suspect or motive. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS.
A man who was shot early Thursday morning at a Miramar gated community has died.
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Dangers of housefires after Helene as power is restored
SUMMARY: Many residents are still recovering from Hurricane Helen, facing power outages and an increased fire risk due to flood damage. In Newport Richey, Betty McLoud and her husband are salvaging their home while worrying about potential fires caused by saltwater-corroded wiring. Pasco County has reported 11 fires since the hurricane, linked to flooding‘s impact on electrical systems. Experts advise homeowners to have their properties inspected by licensed electricians before restoring power, as corrosion can worsen over time, even if damage isn’t immediately visible. Safety precautions are crucial to prevent further disasters as recovery efforts continue.
Betty Ann McCloud is running on fumes. โIt’s just like an adrenaline thing right now,โ she said. After massaging flooding in the Gulf Harbors neighborhood of New Port Richey, she and her husband and salvaging what they can.
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Tracking the Tropics | Latest on potential development in Gulf
SUMMARY: In this ABC Action News tropical weather update, meteorologist Greg D reports on two named storms in the Eastern Atlantic: Hurricane Kirk and Tropical Storm Leslie. Kirk is forecasted to become a major hurricane while moving north, and Leslie, forming further south, may take a westward path. In the Gulf of Mexico and Western Caribbean, the chance of development has been reduced to 30%, with models indicating a weak low pressure system. This system may cause clouds and showers starting this weekend, with possible rain persisting into the middle of next week in Florida.
ABC Action News tracks tropical developments in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.
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