Fort Myers Beach works to recover from Hurricane MiltonNorth end of Manasota Key open to residents and businesses
Fort Myers Beach works to recover from Hurricane Milton For the first time since Hurricane Milton ravaged the area, Fort Myers Beach officially reopened to the public Saturday morning.
North end of Manasota Key open to residents and businesses According to Charlotte County, the north end of Manasota Key opened to residents and businesses at 4 p.m on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Harry Chapin Food Bank holds emergency food distributions after Milton In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, many Southwest Florida residents are facing increased hardship, including food insecurity.
Charlotte County to hold news conference regarding Milton Charlotte County is set to hold a news conference to provide an update on its response to Hurricane Milton.
President Biden approves federal aid for Florida after Hurricane Milton President Biden approved a Major Disaster Declaration for Florida following the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Milton.
ENGLEWOOD Hurricane Milton survivors face delays as FEMA aid remains unavailable In the wake of Hurricane Milton, many Floridians are facing the daunting task of rebuilding their lives, but financial assistance from the government is in short supply.
FORT MYERS Debris drop-off sites in Lee County In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Lee County officials have announced the planned opening of multiple public debris drop-off sites to aid residents in managing storm damage.
The weather authority A drier start to the weekend with a few showers expected The Weather Authority says we are starting out the day with temperatures feeling rather pleasant in the low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
What’s open and closed after Hurricane Milton In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, services and businesses in Southwest Florida are beginning to reopen.
SANIBEL/CAPTIVA Recovery efforts on Sanibel and Captiva after Milton Crews have opened the Sanibel causeway to everyone, even those without a hurricane re-entry pass, but the city asks that people avoid the island unless they live there or need to travel there for business.
CAPE CORAL Boat pulled away by storm surge lands in Cape Coral backyard A boat built by a father and son smashed into pieces after Hurricane Milton. Not only did the boat wash onto shore, but it washed into the seawall of someone’s home on McGregor Boulevard.
MANASOTA KEY Residents hope to return home to Manasota Key Life will never be the same for people living on Manasota Key. Right now, only emergency services and county officials are allowed on the island.
Man rescued by two Charlotte County residents during Milton Two Charlotte County men saved an evacuee during Hurricane Milton on Wednesday night.
MATLACHA Impact on local businesses on Matlacha after Milton Residents are focused on rebuilding one brick at a time.
SANIBEL First look at Sanibel after Hurricane Milton Friday, WINK News visited the island for the first time since the hurricane.
Fort Myers Beach works to recover from Hurricane Milton For the first time since Hurricane Milton ravaged the area, Fort Myers Beach officially reopened to the public Saturday morning.
North end of Manasota Key open to residents and businesses According to Charlotte County, the north end of Manasota Key opened to residents and businesses at 4 p.m on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Harry Chapin Food Bank holds emergency food distributions after Milton In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, many Southwest Florida residents are facing increased hardship, including food insecurity.
Charlotte County to hold news conference regarding Milton Charlotte County is set to hold a news conference to provide an update on its response to Hurricane Milton.
President Biden approves federal aid for Florida after Hurricane Milton President Biden approved a Major Disaster Declaration for Florida following the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Milton.
ENGLEWOOD Hurricane Milton survivors face delays as FEMA aid remains unavailable In the wake of Hurricane Milton, many Floridians are facing the daunting task of rebuilding their lives, but financial assistance from the government is in short supply.
FORT MYERS Debris drop-off sites in Lee County In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Lee County officials have announced the planned opening of multiple public debris drop-off sites to aid residents in managing storm damage.
The weather authority A drier start to the weekend with a few showers expected The Weather Authority says we are starting out the day with temperatures feeling rather pleasant in the low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
What’s open and closed after Hurricane Milton In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, services and businesses in Southwest Florida are beginning to reopen.
SANIBEL/CAPTIVA Recovery efforts on Sanibel and Captiva after Milton Crews have opened the Sanibel causeway to everyone, even those without a hurricane re-entry pass, but the city asks that people avoid the island unless they live there or need to travel there for business.
CAPE CORAL Boat pulled away by storm surge lands in Cape Coral backyard A boat built by a father and son smashed into pieces after Hurricane Milton. Not only did the boat wash onto shore, but it washed into the seawall of someone’s home on McGregor Boulevard.
MANASOTA KEY Residents hope to return home to Manasota Key Life will never be the same for people living on Manasota Key. Right now, only emergency services and county officials are allowed on the island.
Man rescued by two Charlotte County residents during Milton Two Charlotte County men saved an evacuee during Hurricane Milton on Wednesday night.
MATLACHA Impact on local businesses on Matlacha after Milton Residents are focused on rebuilding one brick at a time.
SANIBEL First look at Sanibel after Hurricane Milton Friday, WINK News visited the island for the first time since the hurricane.
GLADES COUNTY, Fla.- The National Safety Transportation Board is in Southwest Florida, to investigate a tragic church van crash. Eight people were killed and 10 others were injured in the crash around 12:30 a.m. Monday. It happened on State Road 78/US 27 in Glades County. The outpouring of support is now stretching across the state for the victims and families. WINK News has learned a radio station in Fort Pierce held a radio thon Tuesday morning to raise money for funeral and medical costs. A GoFundMe page has also been created to raise money for funeral expenses. “Don’t lose faith.”Through great pain and great loss, one thing remains at the Independent Haitian Assembly of God Church. Love. Love for each other, says Daphne Gabriel, who spent her day on Orange Avenue, asking for donations.”Trying to raise money for the families who don’t have a lot.” And love from the community. “People even though they don’t have much to give, they’ll wave or stop by and say hi and give hugs and condolences,” said Gabriel. Church members lost 8 of their own Monday, from a violent crash in Glades County. The group was coming back from a Palm Sunday celebration in Fort Myers. “A lot of the families have lost the breadwinners. Trying to strike up as much support as we can,” said Mara Lexine. Those lost include the driver. “We miss him, we love him, we cherish him,” said Lexine. 10 others were injured. One of those was Mara Lexines father, the pastor. “Great, great man. He’s a visionary.” FHP says the driver was on State Road 78 when he missed a stop sign. The van nosedived into this canal off US 27. The National Transportation Safety Board examined the van Tuesday. It’s being held at Clewiston Towing. Investigators will look at what may have happened to cause the driver to miss the stop sign, as well as if there are any safety issues with the van itself. They will also look at the history of the roadway. WINK asked the Department of Transportation, who tell us between 2011-2013, there have been 11 crashes around a 250 mile radius of the 78/27 intersection. 6 have been injured, and 1 died in those crashes, before Monday’s tragedy. Meanwhile church members are trying to figure out a way to bury their loved ones. So far more than $18,000 has been raised. “Your prayers are working, just continue to pray,” said Lexine. WINK News checked and of the four patients still at Lee Memorial Hospital, one remains in critical condition. There are other victims in hospitals around the state. Three have been released, including a 4 year old girl. Survivors include 10 people, five of which were transported to Lee Memorial Hospital: Jose Zimero, 26, and Marilia Diedonne, 65, remained in serious condition on Tuesday. Clodette Fleurvil, 44, is in critical condition. Macaty Jean Jacques, 53, has improved to fair condition. Four year-old Faeyana Desirus was released Monday. Nozaire Nore, 48, was released from Raulerson Hospital. Nicholas Alexis, 57, was released from Florida Hospital. Jean Rafael remains in serious condition at Lawnwood Hospital. Esperante Lexine, 57, remains in Tampa General Hospital in serious condition. Innocent Roseme, 89, remains in critical condition at St. Marys Medical Center. HELP HERE: Again, the church has set up a Go Fund Me account.You can also make a donation to the Assembly of God Relief Fund at any PNC Bank. You do not need an account number.Donations are also being accepted at any Wells Fargo Bank. The account number is 10103065215570.