SHORE ACRES, Fla. – The city of Saint Petersburg touted a “significant milestone” on Monday, reporting that crews had collected more than 100,000 cubic yards of debris following the impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. But residents in the flood-prone Shore Acres neighborhood are expressing frustration and doubt about the process.
During a Shore Acres Civic Association meeting Monday evening, President Kevin Batdorf told FOX 13 News, “In my opinion, I believe the city should be more prepared than they are, especially for an event like (Helene or Milton). This is ridiculous.”
As in many areas across the region, large piles of damaged furniture and other household items line the streets of Shore Acres. …