ST. PETERSBURG, FL – Even Tropicana Field Stadium’s roof panels were no match for the dangerous Hurricane Milton, as most were torn apart due to the 101 mph winds.
According to Fox 13 News, the winds were strong enough to break through the fiberglass, only sparing two roof panels.
Tropicana Field, while home to Major League Baseball’s Tampa Bay Rays year round, was set to become a temporary housing shelter and evacuation center for St. Petersburg residents. However, due to some concerns about the structural integrity, authorities who okayed the set-up soon called off this project.
First responders who were making arrangements for this safe haven were spared from injuries when the roof was significantly damaged.
Officials have yet to say when repairs will be made or how long reconstruction will be.
At Whittel and Melton, LLC, we are compassionate to the difficulties many in our community are facing in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. If the hurricane has caused damage to your home or place of business, please don’t wait to seek out the assistance you need and deserve. Our experienced legal team is available 24/7 to answer your specific questions and is ready to guide you through the complex claims process. We invite you to schedule a completely free consultation with one of our Pinellas County Hurricane and Storm Damage Insurance Claims lawyers by calling our firm at 866-608-5529 or by reaching out online.