SUMMARY: Happy Wednesday! The Ocean Breeze continues today with fast-moving showers expected later this morning. Fortunately, the weekend looks drier and less humid, though clouds will linger. Current temperatures are comfortable, with Miami at 75°F and Key West at 78°F. Winds are shifting from Northwest to Northeast, bringing spotty showers between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. A moderate rip current risk is in effect at the beach. While the tropics are quiet now, the Climate Prediction Center suggests potential tropical hazards may develop from October 30 to November 5. For today, expect highs around 86°F and decreasing rain chances as the week progresses.

NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says we’ll see a few spotty showers in the morning. The breeze will build in the afternoon with highs in the mid-80s.

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SUMMARY: A father and lineman returning home to Zephyr Hills after long hours aiding power restoration faced heartbreak, discovering severe flooding in his home—an issue he fears will recur. His house, once a happy sanctuary, was inundated with multiple feet of water, rendering it almost a total loss. Neighbors also experienced flooding, highlighting ongoing drainage problems exacerbated by local development. Shelby and seven other affected homeowners feel neglected, receiving little assistance from local authorities. Despite the emotional toll, a spokesperson from Pasco County promised intervention with pump trucks, though none had arrived at the time of the report.

Shelby Lovell’s homecoming should have been a happy one after weeks spent away from his Zephyrhills home. Instead, almost two weeks after Milton, he found his home still surrounded by floodwater.

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SUMMARY: Tampa Bay homeowners, particularly in flood-prone areas like Shore Acres, are increasingly selling their damaged properties as-is due to repeated flooding. Many are walking away after facing multiple disasters, with some homes listed significantly below purchase prices. For instance, one homeowner, who bought a property for $575,000, is now selling it for $425,000 after three floods in two years. Real estate listings emphasize cash-only deals for investors. Despite the losses, some homeowners are finding relief in moving on, while investors are actively purchasing these properties, seeking opportunities in the distressed market.

Since Helene and Milton, dozens of homes have hit the market. Homeowners are selling ‘AS IS’ and ‘CASH ONLY’ for investors, ready and willing to walk away after being flooded in the storms.

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