TAMPA – Tampa police and metropolis leaders are engaged on security preparations forward of what’s anticipated to be a wet July 4.
“Now we have additional officers on the market simply to be sure that visitors flows correctly and that no person is ingesting and driving,” Ruth Cate, Tampa police assistant chief of operations, stated.
The backstory:
TPD takes circumstances of driving and boating beneath the affect very critically.
On Wednesday, the division launched physique cam video from a DUI arrest over the weekend the place officers watched as a driver makes an attempt subject sobriety exams.
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Tampa PD is asking everybody to make sensible and accountable choices this vacation weekend, particularly in doubtlessly wet climate.
“So the roads will probably be moist, and we simply want individuals to have just a little additional endurance,” Cate added. “Simply concentrate on your environment and simply give your self just a little additional time to get there.”
What they’re saying:
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor addressed the potential for moist and flooded roads in a message posted to social media Wednesday.
The mayor reminded residents that stormwater crews are working exhausting to verify drains are clear and all techniques are working correctly.
“However I additionally need everybody to know that stormwater techniques around the globe are constructed to a sure capability,” Castor stated within the video. “And so, the longer it rains and the tougher it rains, there will probably be flooding.”
Dig deeper:
We reached out to organizers of a number of Fourth of July celebrations throughout the Bay space and requested what influence – if any – the forecast is having on plans. Right here’s what they needed to say:
Pals of the Riverwalk on Increase by the Bay in Tampa
“The festivities are nonetheless a go. We’re monitoring the climate intently. The boat parade and water ski present are rain or shine. There will probably be fireworks at Sparkman at 9 PM as properly. If something ought to change, we are going to replace our web site and social media platforms.”
Metropolis of St. Petersburg on the Fourth at St. Pete Pier
St. Pete’s Fourth of July Fireworks present is climate allowing. All updates relating to the Metropolis’s Fourth of July occasions will probably be shared through the Metropolis’s social media channels (@StPeteFL). These updates will embody details about any delays or cancellation of the present. We encourage residents to watch these pages for occasion updates.
Legoland on Crimson, White & Increase
“At the moment, all plans for Crimson, White & BOOM are marching ahead as scheduled. We’re intently monitoring the forecast and can make any weather-related choices day-of.”
The Supply: Data for this story was gathered by FOX 13’s Ariel Plasencia.
