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Hillsborough County weather alerts
No active National Weather Service alerts for Hillsborough County, Florida right now. The most recent was a Rip Current Statement that ended Oct 11, 8:00 PM.
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Active alerts for Hillsborough County
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Last 30 days
Recent alerts for Hillsborough County
| Alert | Issued | Ended | Issued by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 10, 8:18 PM | Oct 11, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 10, 9:55 AM | Oct 11, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 10, 9:55 AM | Oct 10, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 10, 3:36 AM | Oct 10, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 10, 3:36 AM | Oct 10, 8:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 10, 3:36 AM | Oct 11, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 9, 11:01 PM | Oct 10, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 9, 11:01 PM | Oct 10, 8:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 9, 11:01 PM | Oct 10, 8:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Flood Warning | Oct 9, 8:46 PM | Oct 10, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Special Weather Statement | Oct 9, 3:56 PM | Oct 9, 4:45 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Special Weather Statement | Oct 9, 3:16 PM | Oct 9, 4:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 9, 11:06 AM | Oct 10, 8:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 9, 11:06 AM | Oct 10, 8:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 9, 11:06 AM | Oct 10, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Flood Warning | Oct 9, 10:36 AM | Oct 10, 10:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Flood Warning | Oct 8, 10:35 PM | Oct 11, 12:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 8, 2:06 PM | Oct 10, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 8, 2:06 PM | Oct 10, 8:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Flood Warning | Oct 8, 11:37 AM | Oct 10, 8:00 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Flood Watch | Oct 8, 1:34 AM | Oct 9, 12:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 7, 11:03 PM | Oct 10, 8:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Flood Advisory | Oct 7, 9:55 PM | Oct 8, 1:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Special Weather Statement | Oct 7, 9:14 PM | Oct 7, 9:45 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Flash Flood Warning | Oct 7, 9:14 PM | Oct 7, 10:45 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Flood Advisory | Oct 7, 9:06 PM | Oct 8, 12:00 AM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Special Weather Statement | Oct 7, 8:44 PM | Oct 7, 9:15 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
| Flood Advisory | Oct 7, 8:29 PM | Oct 7, 11:30 PM | Tampa Bay Ruskin FL |
Pattern
What Hillsborough County gets alerted for
Every alert that named Hillsborough County in the last 12 months, by type. Records begin August 30, 2026, so this fills in over the year.
Plain English
What these alerts mean
A warning means the hazard is happening or about to; a watch means conditions favour it; an advisory is a lesser hazard still worth planning around.
Rip currents that can pull swimmers offshore are expected. Swim near a lifeguard and know how to escape a rip.
Large breaking waves are expected on beaches, with dangerous rip currents. Stay off jetties and out of the water.
Minor coastal flooding is expected, usually around high tide. Expect water on low-lying roads near the shore.
Flooding of rivers, streams or low-lying areas is occurring or expected. Avoid flooded roads and monitor river levels.
A heads-up about conditions that do not meet warning or advisory criteria but still deserve attention, such as a strong storm, patchy fog or a brief burst of snow.
Conditions are favourable for flooding. Have a plan in case a warning is issued.
Minor flooding of streets, streams or low-lying areas is expected. Expect ponding on roads and use caution when driving.
Flash flooding is occurring or imminent. Move to higher ground; never drive into water covering a road.
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Questions
About Hillsborough County alerts
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Where do these alerts come from?
From the National Weather Service alert feed (api.weather.gov). NWS issues alerts by county and by forecast zone; this page lists every product that names Hillsborough County. Forecast Bar checks the feed continuously and this page refreshes within a few minutes of a change.
What is the difference between a watch, a warning and an advisory?
A warning means the hazard is occurring, imminent or very likely: act now. A watch means conditions are favourable for it to develop: prepare and stay informed. An advisory covers a hazard that is less serious than a warning but can still cause real inconvenience or danger if you are not ready for it.
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