Report: 2024 hurricanes shrank Tampa Bay's tree canopy
- Posted on April 27, 2026
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Report: 2024 hurricanes shrank Tampa Bay's tree canopy
Tampa Bay has fewer trees shading its streets this spring, according to new reports quantifying the canopy losses from the 2024 hurricane season. Why it matters: Trees cool neighborhoods, filter air pollution and absorb storm runoff, and the shade they provide has become more important amid record-hot temperatures and skyrocketing power bills. They're also part of the fabric of a community, whether it's a favorite backyard sugar maple or a...
