Seasonal & Calendar

Published June 3, 2026 Hurricane season officially opened on June 1. And while NOAA’s 2026 forecast calls for a below-normal year — 8 to 14 named storms, with a developing El Niño expected to keep activity in check — any single storm that hits Hillsborough County can turn an aging roof into an emergency. If…

Tampa Bay Homeowner’s Home Prep Checklist Hurricane season starts June 1 — exactly 19 days from now. If you’re a homeowner in Brandon, Riverview, or Valrico, you’ve probably seen the county emails and the news segments reminding you to stock up on water and batteries. That’s fine advice, but it barely scratches the surface. The…