
A temporary emergency room has been opened on Fort Myers Beach for people in need of emergency medical care.
The temporary location is at 6890 Estero Boulevard and is open 24/7 for anyone in Fort Myers Beach.
The Town Of Fort Myers Beach says the emergency room will be collecting insurance information from people who use the site but will not be billing for services.
Fort Myers Beach did not say how long the temporary emergency room will remain at this location.
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