SARASOTA COUNTY, Fla. - Eight months later, the debris piles remain along with downed trees and parts of homes that were crumbled by hurricanes Helene and Milton. This is the new normal for those living on Manasota Key in South Sarasota County.

Getting on and off the island is a real challenge.

These storms washed out a section of road north of Blind Pass Beach.

Sarasota County said a temporary repair would be coming soon, but then sea turtles arrived.

The Manasota Key Association now says everything is on hold.

Residents have concerns about their safety.

Big picture view:

Temporary water lines are exposed to the heat.

Road closed signs in the middle section of Manasota Key.

They are reminders of the strength of hurricanes Helene and Milton.

"It’s been very difficult for us and

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