TAMPA, Fla. — A Hillsborough County neighborhood is starting to see some changes after flooding during last year’s hurricanes.
What You Need To Know
- Forest Hills experienced severe flooding due to malfunctioning water pumps during last year’s hurricanes
- City leaders plan 24/7 emergency engineer team and other short-term fixes
- Long-term solutions include installing brand new generators within 2-3 years
The Forest Hills neighborhood lies in the city of Tampa’s water basin. It was never designated a flood zone and two of the city’s water pumps sit less than three blocks away from each other, so many residents felt protected.
When Hurricane Milton struck last fall, nearby pumps never turned on. A switch failed at one and the backup generator at Curiosity Creek never kicked on. Without working pumps, the water had nowhere to go…