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A magnitude 6.1 earthquake offshore of Cuba was felt across Florida, including Manatee County, around 2 p.m. Monday; USGS confirmed the quake at about 6 miles deep, with no tsunami threat and officials monitoring Gulf buoys.
Manatee County Animal Welfare has temporarily suspended cat intake at Bishop Animal Shelter due to a panleukopenia outbreak, a highly contagious and deadly feline virus. The shelter is implementing vaccination, sanitation, and containment measures, and is seeking foster families to care for affected kittens. The public is urged to vaccinate their cats, keep them indoors, and spread awareness to help control the outbreak.
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in locating Tobias Hallin, a 42-year-old man who disappeared after traveling to Manatee County for business. Hallin's vehicle was found abandoned in Palmetto, raising suspicions about his disappearance. Authorities are investigating his phone records and online activity to uncover any potential connections that may lead to his whereabouts. Friends and family are spreading the word about his disappearance, and officials are urging anyone with information to contact the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
The Manatee County Commission voted 5-1 to reduce protections for wetlands, cutting in half the buffer zone between construction and wetland areas. Environmentalists warn that this decision could lead to contamination of major drinking water sources. Despite pleas from concerned citizens, the county aims to align its development regulations with those of the state government.
A motorcyclist died in a crash on US 41 in Manatee County, Florida, after colliding with a vehicle attempting to make a left turn onto a driveway. The motorcyclist was traveling at a high speed in the left lane, while the other vehicle was traveling south. The driver of the vehicle also sustained serious injuries, and the incident is currently under investigation.
A 19-year-old man in Manatee County, Florida, allegedly ran over a 17-year-old boy with his car following an argument, resulting in the teen's death. The suspect fled the scene but was later apprehended and charged with murder. The investigation is ongoing.
Mandatory and voluntary evacuations have been issued for parts of the Suncoast in Florida as Tropical Storm Idalia approaches, with Sarasota County issuing a mandatory Level A evacuation on August 29 and Manatee County issuing a mandatory Level A evacuation and voluntary Level B evacuation on August 28.
Manatee County in Florida is opening self-serve sandbag stations in preparation for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Idalia, which has prompted hurricane and storm surge watches. The sandbag stations will provide up to 10 sandbags per household, and citizens are encouraged to know their evacuation level. While there are no evacuation orders currently in place, residents should stay updated through local news stations and Manatee County Government's social media channels.
Sarasota and Manatee County officials are closely monitoring a tropical depression expected to form in the eastern Gulf of Mexico late this weekend or early next week. The storm's path is uncertain, but it could potentially impact Florida's Panhandle, Western Florida, or Southwest Florida. While the National Weather Service's confidence in the forecasted impacted areas is low, they have a moderate confidence that the storm will occur. Residents are advised to stay prepared by stocking up on supplies and having an evacuation plan in place. Both counties have emergency management teams coordinating with the National Weather Service and other agencies to ensure preparedness.
One person has died in Manatee County, Florida, following a collision between a jet ski and a boat. The crash occurred near Upper Manatee River Road and 133rd Street NE, and the Manatee County Sheriff's Office is working with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission on the investigation. Other victims from the crash are receiving medical treatment, and the FWC has expressed condolences to the affected family and friends. The incident remains under investigation.
A 32-year-old woman from Sarasota died in a motorcycle crash in Manatee County after colliding with an SUV that attempted to turn left in front of her. The driver and passenger of the SUV sustained minor injuries. The incident is still under investigation.
Health officials in Sarasota and Manatee counties issued a mosquito-borne illness advisory after a confirmed case of malaria was reported. The patient had spent extensive time outdoors and was treated at a hospital. The P. vivax species of malaria is not as fatal as other species. To protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses, use mosquito repellent, wear long sleeves and pants, check and repair screens on doors and windows, and drain and cover areas around your home.