The Tampa Bay Times editor, Mark Katches, remains unfazed by a crane collapse that damaged the building housing the newsroom during Hurricane Milton. Despite the visible damage caused by the storm, operations at the largest newspaper in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area have remained unaffected. The building, now owned by another entity, had no occupants at the time of the incident due to the lack of backup generators, ensuring no injuries occurred.
Most Times journalists covering the hurricane were working remotely or at a designated hub outside of Tampa. Katches expressed concern about potential water damage to equipment in the newsroom but remains optimistic about a future return to a shared workspace. Despite winning Pulitzer Prizes during the pandemic while working remotely, Katches anticipates a continued absence from the newsroom for the foreseeable future.
The incident serves as a reminder of the evolving news industry and working conditions, emphasizing the need for flexibility and adaptation. While the future of a physical newsroom remains uncertain, the Tampa Bay Times continues to operate efficiently despite the challenges posed by Hurricane Milton.
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