Hernando County, Withlacoochee River
Withlacoochee River flooding closes part of US-301 in Hernando County
Hernando County officials warned drivers Tuesday that a portion of US-301 would be closed due to flooding from the Withlacoochee River.
Withlacoochee River Flooding Leads to US-301 Closure in Hernando County, Detour and Shelter Offered for Residents
US-301 in Hernando County is closed due to Withlacoochee River flooding, with detours set up and local evacuations advised.
Hernando County orders mandatory evacuations for Hurricane Milton
Hernando County Emergency Management has issued a mandatory evacuation for residents as Hurricane Milton approaches. Evacuations will begin at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, with residents urged to arrive at safe shelter locations by noon on Wednesday,
Eastern Hernando County faces major flooding threats
Hernando County is currently under a Flood Warning, Hurricane Warning and Storm Surge Warning. Emergency Management is also monitoring the Withlacoochee River at US 301 Trilby and Croom ahead of Hurricane Milton.
Withlacoochee River levels continue rising in Hernando County, prompting evacuations
Days after Hurricane Milton hit the Bay Area, flooding remains a concern in several areas where river levels keep rising. That includes Hernando County along the Withlacoochee River, where those in low-lying areas are being told to evacuate.
Withlacoochee flooding threat leads to evacuations in Hernando County
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Withlacoochee River rapidly rising, evacuation orders still in effect for some Hernando County residents
River flooding continues to be one of the biggest concerns following Hurricane Milton across Tampa Bay, with some communities preparing for the situation to worsen throughout the week.
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Man accused of impersonating officer, running red light in front of Hernando County deputy
A man faces charges after investigators say he impersonated a law enforcement officer and ran a red light in front of a ...
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Hernando woman leaves man in critical condition after botched hit-and-run: Deputies
A woman was arrested after stealing a 70-year-old man’s car and running over him twice in the Tampa General ...
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Resource Center opening in Hernando County to provide hot meals, non-perishables, supplies
Hernando County is opening a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) to supply residents with hot meals, non-perishable food items, baby supplies, cleaning supplies, and more.
Hernando County man on probation for child porn accused of sexually assaulting a disabled person
A Hernando County man is back behind bars after a woman claimed he sexually assaulted her while he was on probation for ...
Missing woman found dead inside submerged vehicle in Pasco County
A woman who was reported missing after going to a hurricane shelter on Tuesday was found dead inside a submerged vehicle in ...
Hernando County guide: Milton recovery updates, evacuations, power, shelter and closings
You can find the latest hurricane resources and information for Hernando County here. As the Tampa Bay area braces for ...
Hernando County extends Local State of Emergency
Hernando County Board of County Commissioners has filed two extensions to Local State of Emergency orders in place.
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Meet the candidates in the 2024 Hernando County School Board District 4 race
Bonczek and Cioffi are running for the seat in November. This race is nonpartisan, meaning candidates appear on the ballot ...
US 301 in Hernando County closes due to flooding from the Withlacoochee River
The water levels of the Withlacoochee are still rising, but it's expected to crest early Wednesday into Thursday.