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Videos, photos show Hurricane Idalia damage as catastrophic storm inundates Florida: “Our entire downtown is submerged”
Hurricane Idalia caused heavy damage to Florida’s Gulf Coast early Wednesday, as the storm brought strong winds, heavy rain and dangerous flooding to the streets from Tampa to Tallahassee.
When the storm made landfall, it was a Category 3 hurricane, according to the National Hurricane Center, with “catastrophic storm surge and damaging winds.” Around 10 a.m. local time, it weakened to a Category 2 storm. The maximum sustained winds of the hurricane at that time were about 105 miles per hour, the agency said. Over 240,000 customers have lost power as of 9:55 a.m.
In Cedar Key, an island city of just about 700 people, torrential storm surge poured through the streets. The area was under a mandatory evacuation order. The city’s fire department shared a video that showed water rushing through dark streets as more rain poured down. The department said that things were “going downhill fast” and noted that the power is out in the area.
In a second video, the department said the tide is expected to keep coming in until noon, and said that “most of the streets around the downtown are underwater.” The strength of the storm is keeping first responders from seeing “how bad things are.” A later video showed downed trees and rushing water, and photos show further destruction.
Two videos posted by a man in Cedar Key showed water coming down side streets at around 5 a.m. local time.
“It’s going to swallow up the whole town,” said Michael Presley Bobbitt, the man filming.
Later photos and videos from Bobbitt showed scattered debris, downed tree branches and water continuing to travel down side streets. Bobbitt said in the caption that the water had reached his backyard.
“Our entire downtown is submerged,” he wrote. “Houses everywhere are submerged.”
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said overnight that there had been about “3-4 feet” of flooding on a street of St. Pete Beach, another coastal city.
In St. Petersburg, police said they had to rescue a person from flooding at a mobile home park. A video shared by the department shows water reaching the hood of a car in the coastal city.
A video taken in New Port Richey, a city in Florida’s Pasco County, shows cars driving through water that reaches their headlights. The person who took the video said it was taken about one and a half miles inland, and at low tide. High tide is expected in the area in the early afternoon.
Treasure Island, a city located on a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, has closed its bridges and will not be accessible for hours, officials said on social media. “Significant flooding” is expected, and photos show water reaching park benches.
In Clearwater, another area that had been under mandatory evacuation, officials said the storm surge was causing “strain” on the city’s stormwater system. Residents who did not evacuate were told to restrict water and toilet usage. Photos show high water and a partially-flooded street.
Photos and videos from the Tampa International Airport showed flooding and empty tarmac. Multiple airports in the area have closed because of the weather.
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How to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears NFL game today: Livestream options, more
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The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Chicago Bears today. The Vikings are currently 8-2, an impressive run so far this season, and will be looking to add a fourth win to their current streak after last Sunday’s 23-13 win against the Tennessee Titans. The Bears, on the other hand, are entering this game on the heels of a four-game losing streak after a tough 20-19 loss against the Green Bay Packers last Sunday.
Here’s how and when you can watch the Vikings vs. Bears game today, whether or not you have cable.
How and when to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears
The Vikings vs. Bears game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.
How and when to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears game without cable
You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the top options outlined below.
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Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.
Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? If so, NFL+ streaming service is the solution you’re looking for. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.
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How to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts NFL game today: Livestream options, more
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The Detroit Lions will face off against the Indianapolis Colts today. The Lions enter this game as top contenders with a near-perfect record of 9-1 so far this season. The Colts, who are 5-6 this season, could have a tough game on their hands against the Lions but will be looking to rack up another win after prevailing over the New York Jets in a tight game last Sunday.
Here’s how and when you can watch the Colts vs. Lions game today, whether or not you have cable.
Here’s how and when to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts
The Lions vs. Colts game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.
How and when to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts game without cable
You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the top options outlined below.
Experience NFL action like never before with Fubo’s comprehensive sports streaming platform. From Sunday showdowns to primetime matchups, catch every NFL game across major networks including CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC, ESPN and NFL Network. Choose the Pro package to unlock 200+ channels and limitless DVR storage, or elevate your game-day experience with the Elite with Sports Plus package, featuring NFL RedZone’s commercial-free scoring highlights and stunning 4K quality.
Test drive the service with a no-commitment seven-day free trial, and share the excitement with family and friends — Fubo supports simultaneous streaming on up to 10 devices, so everyone can watch their favorite teams.
You can watch today’s game with a subscription to Sling’s Orange + Blue tier, which includes ESPN, ABC, NBC, and Fox. The plan offers 46 channels with local NFL games, nationally broadcast games, and 50 hours of DVR storage. For complete NFL coverage, add Paramount+ to get CBS games, or upgrade with the Sports Extra add-on for additional sports channels like Golf Channel, NBA TV and NFL RedZone.
Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.
Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? If so, NFL+ streaming service is the solution you’re looking for. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.
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