Around 7:15 in the morning a 36 inch main sewer pipe burst. This rupture is pouring out wastewater at an alarming rate. The water is pouring out at a rate of 1000 gallons per minute. It is unclear where the water is going and what environmental impacts will occur from this main break. Some water will be absorbed into the ground, but it appears most of the water is draining back into a sewer at the bottom of the hill. And, phew is it ever stinky. Continue reading Sewage Main Break in North Pinellas
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New Joint-Use Community Library
That stand alone archaic library building nestled among the centuries old tall oak trees on the Clearwater campus of Saint Petersburg College is being replaced by a new joint-use library. The city is teaming up with the college on this 15 million dollar project which will serve the needs of citizens and students. The groundbreaking for the project is taking place tomorrow morning at 9:30am. The college president Doctor Law and the Clearwater mayor George Cretekos will provide the opening remarks.
Fourth of July Fireworks in Clearwater, Florida
Every year Clearwater hosts the most breath-taking display of fireworks for miles around. The fourth of July fireworks show is a big event for the area, pulling hundreds of boats into the bay, and even more viewing from the surrounding land masses. People from all around town visit the area just for this annual celebration. It is a fantastic way to celebrate America’s independence from Britain. Continue reading Fourth of July Fireworks in Clearwater, Florida