SUMMARY: Thousands of elderly residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities are being forced to relocate again after Hurricane Helen caused significant disruptions. Many have yet to return, raising concerns over the lack of effective emergency evacuation plans for these facilities in Florida. Emergency Management expert Adam Montella highlights that current standards for these plans are inadequate, as facilities are not thoroughly reviewed. Attorney Jim Wils notes that frequent relocations pose serious risks to residents’ health and well-being. Over 70 nursing homes and assisted living centers in the Tampa Bay Area are located in high-risk evacuation zones, raising alarms about potential tragedies.

The ABC Action News I-Team has discovered there are nearly 6,000 vulnerable senior citizens living in evacuation zone A in seven local counties near the Gulf of Mexico

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SUMMARY: A severe storm is approaching the Bay Area, with hurricane conditions expected within the next 36 hours. A hurricane warning and storm surge warning have been issued, predicting a surge of up to 12 feet in some areas. While the storm may weaken as it moves north, it is expected to maintain dangerous winds, potentially reaching 80–90 mph near the coast. Rainfall could be between 4 to 12 inches, leading to freshwater flooding. Widespread power outages are anticipated, lasting from days to possibly weeks. The storm’s landfall location will significantly impact surge and wind effects. Stay safe and informed.

ABC Action News tracks tropical developments in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.

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SUMMARY: Concerns are rising about a potential crash in South Florida’s condo market, particularly in Miami, which faces risks from new condo laws, higher insurance rates, and a surplus of unsold units. A family attempting to sell a condo in Sunrise faced significant challenges, ultimately settling for $50,000 less after six months on the market due to financing difficulties and increasing assessments. Market expert Peter Zooki highlights that there is a nine-month supply of older condos and predicts a financial cliff in 2025, leading to decreased individual ownership and rising rental trends unless government intervention occurs.

A new report from UBS shows that Miami is the market most at risk for a bubble burst​, particularly in the condo sector.

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