Hurricane Milton continues to organize and strengthen in the SW GulfFour dead after crash in Lehigh Acres
Hurricane Milton continues to organize and strengthen in the SW Gulf Tropical Storm Milton continues to strengthen in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico, and it is predicted to reach hurricane status in less than 24 hours.
Four dead after crash in Lehigh Acres According to The Florida Highway Patrol, four people are dead after a crash on Lee Blvd. in Lehigh Acres Sunday morning.
FORT MYERS BEACH Mandatory evacuation ordered for Fort Myers Beach The Town of Fort Myers Beach has issued a mandatory evacuation order for the entire island.
BUCKINGHAM Storm prep supplies selling out across Southwest Florida As Hurricane Milton moves towards Florida’s Gulf Coast, many are springing into action to gather the supplies needed to endure the storm.
Gas stations without fuel in Southwest Florida As Hurricane Milton is approaching the Florida Gulf Coast, residents are stocking up on gas. The following gas stations are out of fuel.
SWFL Florida evacuation orders ahead of Milton There are now mandatory evacuation orders for some barrier islands in Southwest Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton.
TALLAHASSEE DeSantis provides latest updates on Hurricane Milton Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference with an update on preparations for Hurricane Milton.
What’s open and closed as Hurricane Milton looms Hurricane Milton strengthens in the Gulf of Mexico, services and businesses in Southwest Florida are adjusting their hours or closing temporarily.
Important numbers and links as Milton approaches SWFL general area As Hurricane Milton approaches the Florida coast, here are resources in the state, county and city level.
SWFL schools affected due to Milton Southwest Florida schools are responding ahead of Tropical Storm Milton’s arrival.
Charlotte County residents fear Helene debris will worsen with incoming Milton Some in Charlotte County are worried about piles of debris leftover from Hurricane Helene as Tropical Storm Milton makes its way to Florida.
FORT MYERS Lee County officials held Facebook Live update ahead of Milton The Lee County Public Safety Director, Ben Abes, and the county commissioners are set to provide updates regarding Tropical Storm Milton.
SANIBEL Sanibel in state of emergency ahead of Milton Sanibel’s mayor, Richard Johnson, and the city manager, Dana Souza, are set to provide a live update on storm preparations.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Rain & storms across SWFL throughout Sunday The Weather Authority is tracking heavy rain and storms on Sunday, especially in the afternoon and evening.
TALLAHASSEE DeSantis urges Floridians to prepare for Milton Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference to update the public on preparations for Tropical Storm Milton, which is expected to become a hurricane in less than 24 hours.
Hurricane Milton continues to organize and strengthen in the SW Gulf Tropical Storm Milton continues to strengthen in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico, and it is predicted to reach hurricane status in less than 24 hours.
Four dead after crash in Lehigh Acres According to The Florida Highway Patrol, four people are dead after a crash on Lee Blvd. in Lehigh Acres Sunday morning.
FORT MYERS BEACH Mandatory evacuation ordered for Fort Myers Beach The Town of Fort Myers Beach has issued a mandatory evacuation order for the entire island.
BUCKINGHAM Storm prep supplies selling out across Southwest Florida As Hurricane Milton moves towards Florida’s Gulf Coast, many are springing into action to gather the supplies needed to endure the storm.
Gas stations without fuel in Southwest Florida As Hurricane Milton is approaching the Florida Gulf Coast, residents are stocking up on gas. The following gas stations are out of fuel.
SWFL Florida evacuation orders ahead of Milton There are now mandatory evacuation orders for some barrier islands in Southwest Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton.
TALLAHASSEE DeSantis provides latest updates on Hurricane Milton Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference with an update on preparations for Hurricane Milton.
What’s open and closed as Hurricane Milton looms Hurricane Milton strengthens in the Gulf of Mexico, services and businesses in Southwest Florida are adjusting their hours or closing temporarily.
Important numbers and links as Milton approaches SWFL general area As Hurricane Milton approaches the Florida coast, here are resources in the state, county and city level.
SWFL schools affected due to Milton Southwest Florida schools are responding ahead of Tropical Storm Milton’s arrival.
Charlotte County residents fear Helene debris will worsen with incoming Milton Some in Charlotte County are worried about piles of debris leftover from Hurricane Helene as Tropical Storm Milton makes its way to Florida.
FORT MYERS Lee County officials held Facebook Live update ahead of Milton The Lee County Public Safety Director, Ben Abes, and the county commissioners are set to provide updates regarding Tropical Storm Milton.
SANIBEL Sanibel in state of emergency ahead of Milton Sanibel’s mayor, Richard Johnson, and the city manager, Dana Souza, are set to provide a live update on storm preparations.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Rain & storms across SWFL throughout Sunday The Weather Authority is tracking heavy rain and storms on Sunday, especially in the afternoon and evening.
TALLAHASSEE DeSantis urges Floridians to prepare for Milton Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference to update the public on preparations for Tropical Storm Milton, which is expected to become a hurricane in less than 24 hours.
FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla.- It’s being called the “most dangerous intersection” on Fort Myers Beach. We’re talking about where Lenell Road crosses Estero Boulevard, on the south end of the island– that’s just outside of Santini Plaza. Right now, the town is testing out a crossing guard to see if it really keeps bicyclists and pedestrians safe while crossing the road. “I’d say it’s dangerous, absolutely.” “It’s pretty hard to cross.” The intersection on the south end of Fort Myers Beach has been called unsafe. “I don’t think I would be able to get across unless I actually stop them, they don’t seem to want to stop for me,” said Krista Dusek. People say they are taking a risk each time they cross the street at Lenell and Estero Boulevard. “I just step out a little, sometime put my arm out to try and stop the cars,” said Rob Rissone. A test trial using a crossing guard is now underway. For 12 days an employee with Beach and Street Enforcement, also know as B.A.S.E. is out to help pedestrians and bicyclist when crossing the road at the request of the safety committee. “I love it! I thought at first kids were in school today or something, and thought, is it a new Florida rule that the day after Christmas you go to school?” Decked out in bright, neon clothing, it’s hard to miss the guy working to keep the busy beach intersection safe! “I appreciate it, the cars definitely notice him and stop for him,” said Dusek. Part of the job is to keep track of the number of people who cross the road and reports the numbers to the town, daily. In the first three days, 1,488 people have crossed and that doesn’t include today. “It needs some attention and that’s what it’s getting right now,” said Chelsea O’Riley with Fort Myers Beach Public Works. People we spoke to say, they’d like to see this “test” turn into something permanent. “In a perfect world, he will be here 24/7– 365.” The cost for a crossing guard to be out at the intersection is a little over $2,300 for the 12 day trial test. If they bring on a crossing guard during high season or year round, the money will come out of taxpayers dollars, coming from the town’s general fund. “You can’t put a price on someone’s life, it’s well invested dollars.” Since 2012- there has been two fatalities and one serious accident in the general vicinity of this intersection. There are currently flashing lights at three crosswalks on the south end, one at Bay Beach Lane, one outside of the Wyndham Hotel and another outside Santini Plaza, just a few yards away from Lenell. “I think it would cut down on any potential danger that would have been there without him.” In just the hour and a half WINK News was out there Friday, 114 people crossed the intersection. The trial run will end on January 2nd. It’ll be up to town council to decide if it’ll hire a crossing guard to be there throughout the year. LCSO V.O.I.C.E members also started their patrol at the Times Square light on Friday.