- Meteorologist Ally Blake joined Tampa Fire Rescue’s Hurricane Preparedness Expo on Saturday, where about 300 residents learned how to build a proper hurricane kit and prepare ahead of a storm.
- The city handed out 10 free sandbags per family while supplies lasted.
- Attendees also had a chance to win a home generator in a giveaway.

Family charged hundreds for car towed from paid lot during downtown Tampa event
A family claims a 17-year-old was waved into a parking spot by an attendant, paid $45 to park, and still had her grandfather's truck towed during a Lightning playoff game.
Family charged hundreds for car towed from paid lot during downtown Tampa event