What’s open and what’s closed as Tropical Storm Debby looms

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Rain on Estero Blvd on Friday
Rain on Estero Blvd on Friday

Here’s what’s open and closed as Tropical Storm Debby strengthens in the Gulf of Mexico this weekend:

Schools

Collier County Public Schools has canceled all activities and leases scheduled at CCPS schools and district sites all day on Sunday. They will update their schedule through the weekend.

Government Offices

The Florida Division of Emergency Management has been activated under a State of Emergency issued by the governor.

The Florida Attorney General’s Office has activated the Florida price gouging hotline to accept reports of extreme price increases on essential commodities. The hotline number is (866) 966-7226.

Hendry County officials have declared a Local State of Emergency. Residents are encouraged to sign up for Hendry County-related emergency alerts by texting “HENDRYFLA” to 888777.

Collier County Emergency Management is actively monitoring the tropics.

Cape Coral City Hall and ancillary offices plan to operate regular business hours on Monday until further notice.

Lee County Transit (LeeTran) has temporarily suspended its service to Fort Myers Beach.

Parks and Recreation

The Sunseeker boardwalk is closed and will reopen around noon Monday.

The North Port Aquatic Center, Warm Mineral Springs Park and all fields will be closed Sunday.

Charlotte County pools are closed. Locations include: the Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park pool, Centennial Park pool, Port Charlotte Beach Park pool and South County Regional Park pool

The Palm Island Barge in Charlotte County has suspended operations due to weather.

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