Tonight, a biting cold front sweeps across Tampa Bay, bringing with it a chill that threatens to leave the most vulnerable residents shivering. The National Weather Service has sounded the alarm, issuing a cold weather advisory for west central and southwest Florida, with a freeze warning in effect from 1 a. m. to 9 a. m. Friday. Temperatures plummet to a bone-chilling low of 28°F to 32°F, with wind chills making it feel even colder, dipping as low as 22°F. In response to this arctic blast, shelters are opening their doors across Hillsborough and Pinellas County, offering a warm haven for those in need. However, these shelters have limited capacity and cater only to adults. Residents are urged to explore all available resources before seeking refuge at the listed shelters. In Pinellas County, shelters will be open from 5 p. m. Thursday to 7 a. m. Friday, with the Pinellas County Suncoast Transit Authority providing free bus rides to these shelters during this timeframe. Riders simply need to inform the driver of their destination. For a comprehensive list of cold weather shelters and more information, residents can turn to Creative Loafing Tampa, a trusted source for valuable insights and updates on the situation ← →
It sounds like wolves are taking over Florida, but the howling winds come with a cold front that's just moved into Tampa Bay.Other related sources and context: See here
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