Fort Myers police investigate crash on Colonial Boulevard, 3 injuredWitnesses recall moments leading to the loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz
FORT MYERS Fort Myers police investigate crash on Colonial Boulevard, 3 injured The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a crash that occurred at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and Challenger Boulevard.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Witnesses recall moments leading to the loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz It’s been one day since Charlotte County Sergeant Elio Diaz was killed in the line of duty.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Charlotte County mourns the tragic loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz Sergeant Elio Diaz is the second deputy the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has lost in the last two years.
NAPLES ‘Magic of Lights’ display brings holiday cheer to Naples The Paradise Coast Sports Complex will be hosting a drive-through holiday event throughout December.
ESTERO FGCU Hall of Famer Chris Sale reflects on comeback season Following one of the best seasons for a pitcher this century, Atlanta Brave and FGCU Hall of Famer Chris Sale needs more room on his mantle.
FORT MYERS Fatal crash involving motorcycle in Fort Myers A crash between a motorcycle and a car has left at least one person dead in Fort Myers.
Memorial created for deputy killed in line of duty By all accounts, Sergeant Diaz was beloved in his community and never hesitated to help those in need. Those who knew him say he was funny, selfless and a hero which is why a memorial in his honor was started Monday. The memorial is located at the Chevron where Diaz passed away. People who knew […]
FORT MYERS BEACH FMB Town Council approves luxury condos at Red Coconut RV park Fort Myers Beach Town Council approved development plans on Monday to turn the RV park into 137 luxury condos with beachfront views.
NAPLES Naples doctor makes breakthrough in spinal fusion surgery Of all the back surgeries, a spinal fusion is probably the most dreaded, but that could change thanks to a breakthrough procedure pioneered right here in southwest Florida.
A brotherhood in mourning: Sergeant Elio Diaz’s legacy lives on Deputies and police officers know the danger they face the moment they put on that badge and step out the door.
PUNTA GORDA Deputies clear scene where colleague was killed in the line of duty WINK News is remembering the life of Charlotte County deputy Elio Diaz, after deputies have left the scene following an hours-long investigation.
FORT MYERS Families impacted as Fort Myers cracks down on cemetery decorations The City of Fort Myers is asking people to remove flowers and more from the gravesites of their loved ones.
CAPE CORAL Miracle Moment: Daughter of Cape Coral officers battles cancer Officers at the Cape Coral Police Department are taught to be prepared for anything; however, one can never be prepared to hear the gut-wrenching diagnosis of cancer.
PUNTA GORDA ‘All-around great guy and officer’; Community mourns fallen CCSO deputy WINK News is hearing from people who had firsthand encounters with the late Sgt. Elio Diaz, people who say Diaz changed their lives.
OCHOPEE FWC releases statement on Ochopee airboat crash that injured 24 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released a statement on the two airboats that crashed into one another in Ochopee.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers police investigate crash on Colonial Boulevard, 3 injured The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a crash that occurred at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and Challenger Boulevard.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Witnesses recall moments leading to the loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz It’s been one day since Charlotte County Sergeant Elio Diaz was killed in the line of duty.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Charlotte County mourns the tragic loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz Sergeant Elio Diaz is the second deputy the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has lost in the last two years.
NAPLES ‘Magic of Lights’ display brings holiday cheer to Naples The Paradise Coast Sports Complex will be hosting a drive-through holiday event throughout December.
ESTERO FGCU Hall of Famer Chris Sale reflects on comeback season Following one of the best seasons for a pitcher this century, Atlanta Brave and FGCU Hall of Famer Chris Sale needs more room on his mantle.
FORT MYERS Fatal crash involving motorcycle in Fort Myers A crash between a motorcycle and a car has left at least one person dead in Fort Myers.
Memorial created for deputy killed in line of duty By all accounts, Sergeant Diaz was beloved in his community and never hesitated to help those in need. Those who knew him say he was funny, selfless and a hero which is why a memorial in his honor was started Monday. The memorial is located at the Chevron where Diaz passed away. People who knew […]
FORT MYERS BEACH FMB Town Council approves luxury condos at Red Coconut RV park Fort Myers Beach Town Council approved development plans on Monday to turn the RV park into 137 luxury condos with beachfront views.
NAPLES Naples doctor makes breakthrough in spinal fusion surgery Of all the back surgeries, a spinal fusion is probably the most dreaded, but that could change thanks to a breakthrough procedure pioneered right here in southwest Florida.
A brotherhood in mourning: Sergeant Elio Diaz’s legacy lives on Deputies and police officers know the danger they face the moment they put on that badge and step out the door.
PUNTA GORDA Deputies clear scene where colleague was killed in the line of duty WINK News is remembering the life of Charlotte County deputy Elio Diaz, after deputies have left the scene following an hours-long investigation.
FORT MYERS Families impacted as Fort Myers cracks down on cemetery decorations The City of Fort Myers is asking people to remove flowers and more from the gravesites of their loved ones.
CAPE CORAL Miracle Moment: Daughter of Cape Coral officers battles cancer Officers at the Cape Coral Police Department are taught to be prepared for anything; however, one can never be prepared to hear the gut-wrenching diagnosis of cancer.
PUNTA GORDA ‘All-around great guy and officer’; Community mourns fallen CCSO deputy WINK News is hearing from people who had firsthand encounters with the late Sgt. Elio Diaz, people who say Diaz changed their lives.
OCHOPEE FWC releases statement on Ochopee airboat crash that injured 24 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released a statement on the two airboats that crashed into one another in Ochopee.
Storm surge is water that is pushed toward the shore by the force of the winds swirling around the storm. This advancing surge combines with the normal tides to create the hurricane storm surge, which can increase water levels by 15 feet or more. Wind-driven waves also can raise water levels to devastating heights – causing severe flooding in coastal areas. Because much of the densely populated U.S. Atlantic and Gulf Coast coastlines lie less than 10 feet above sea level, the danger from storm surge is tremendous. In general, the more intense the storm, and the closer a community is to the right-front quadrant of the storm, the larger the area that must be evacuated. The problem is always the uncertainty about how intense the storm will be when it finally makes landfall. Tornadoes A damaging by-product of hurricanes can be tornadoes. Tornadoes are most likely to occur in the right front quadrant of a hurricane, but they are not limited to that area. They often spring out of feeder bands that come ashore well ahead of a hurricane. Meteorologists have no definite way to predict whether one hurricane will produce more tornadoes than the next. Just because a hurricane has moved out of the area, it doesn’t mean you are safe from tornadoes. They can develop for several days because of the remnants of the low pressure system associated with it. If a tornado warning is issued, move to a small, interior room away from windows, or to an interior hallway on a lower floor. If that’s not possible, you can protect yourself by getting under heavy furniture or use a mattress to shield your body. Stay away from windows. Hazards Tropical storm-force winds are strong enough to be dangerous to those caught outside in them. Powerful, hurricane-force winds can easily destroy poorly constructed buildings and mobile homes. Debris such as signs, roofing material, and small items left outside become flying missiles in hurricanes. Extensive damage to trees, towers, water and underground utility lines (from uprooted trees), and fallen utility poles cause considerable disruption. High-rise buildings are also vulnerable to hurricane-force winds, particularly at the higher levels since wind speed tends to increase with height. Research suggests you should stay below the tenth floor, but still above any floors at risk for flooding. It is not uncommon for high-rise buildings to suffer a great deal of damage due to windows being blown out. Consequently, the areas around these buildings can be very dangerous. The strongest winds usually occur in the right side of the eye wall of the hurricane. Wind speed usually decreases significantly within 12 hours after landfall. Nonetheless, winds can stay above hurricane strength well inland. Hurricane Charley (2004), for example, battered DeSoto County (75 miles inland) with gusts to nearly 100 mph. When it comes to hurricanes, wind speeds do not tell the whole story. Hurricanes can produce storm surges, tornadoes, and often, inland flooding. While storm surge is always a potential threat, more people have died from inland flooding in the last 30 years. Intense rainfall is not directly related to the wind speed of tropical cyclones. In fact, some of the greatest rainfall amounts occur from weaker storms that drift slowly or stall over an area. Inland flooding can be a major threat to areas hundreds of miles from the coast when intense rain falls.