WPTVA big change for Florida has Erika going more west, up the center of the state Monday through Wednesday, and remaining a tropical storm, not becoming a hurricane.
WPTVAs Erika moves its way across the Atlantic, many of you are wondering when should I start preparing for the storm. A lot of folks are already starting to prepare. We saw many people making small runs on batteries and flashlights tonight at Home Depot. However, we did find some people already getting all the essentials.
WPTVTree trimming companies are fitting in as many customers as they can before Erika is possibly makes it on our doorstep. For the do it yourselfers, there are ways to safely thin your trees, but only if you can properly dispose of the debris.
WPTVMartin County Emergency Management is keeping a close eye on Tropical Storm Erika, waiting to determine in the next 24 hours if the county will have to activate its emergency storm plans.
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WPTVWhen disaster strikes, the Emergency Operations Center uses social media as a tool for gathering information as well as sending information out to the community.
WPTVIt's not just residents and homeowners preparing for the tropical storm. The folks at Big Dog Ranch Rescue are looking for dozens of people to temporarily foster dogs who simply can't stay in the shelter.