The Tampa Bay Tolls That Are Suspended For Hurricane Idalia

Hurricane Idalia is coming and there are Tampa Bay tolls that are suspended before and after the storm. Additionally, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that tolls are suspended beginning at 4:00 AM on Tuesday, August 29 for seven days. Tolls will be reinstated on Tuesday, September 5, at noon. 

Hillsborough County

Citrus, Hernando & Pasco Counties

Pinellas County

Firstly, the Toll Relief Program automatically gives frequent users with at least 35 monthly toll transactions a 50 percent toll credit to their account. Secondly, the program started on January 1st and runs through December 31. Finally, at the end of July the program has saved Floridians more than $227 million. “The Toll Relief Program has made it a little easier for commuters as they travel to do business, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy all that Florida has to offer,” said Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise Executive Director and CEO Nicola Liquori. “The Toll Relief Program allows us to give back to our loyal customers and thank them for their continued support. Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise is proud to offer this additional cost saving benefit.”

[SOURCE: ABC Action News]

As Florida braces for a visit from Hurricane Idalia, here are the thoughts from Denis Phillips and other Tampa meteorologists on the storm's track and what Tampa area residents can expect.

Not much has changed in terms of the timeline of Idalia's arrival. Conditions in the Tampa area will begin to worsen in the afternoon and evening as Idalia approaches.

Be sure your phone and batteries are charged. Double check to make sure you have our free radio station app on your phone. If you lose power, you'll be able to listen and get updates from the ABC Action News team on the air throughout the storm.

It's still all about the surge...

It doesn't happen often... every register open.

The next update comes at 11am.

The latest timeline for the strong sustained winds from the NHC.

Evacuations are underway...

While they still see this becoming a Category 3 hurricane, the good news for the Tampa area is there was another slight "nudge" to the west this morning.

The Big Bend is still where the models see Idalia making landfall in Florida.

Storm surge along the coast continues to the big thing for our area...

With the storm's arrival about 24 hours away, Denis Phillips gave his thoughts last night on Idalia and what impacts we'll see in Tampa Bay.

These new maps are helpful to see what kind of misery Idalia will bring to your neighborhood.

If you live close to the water, today's final track updates will be key.

Important tip about sustained winds vs gusts.

Those near the water are keeping a close eye on the track.

Being ready is key.

Late Monday night location of Idalia...

Locations in Tampa, Riverview, Wimauma, Lithia, Lutz, and Ruskin.