Tropical storm Helene forms in NW Caribbean SeaMan accused of breaking into Cape Coral home, stealing car
the weather authority Tropical storm Helene forms in NW Caribbean Sea The Weather Authority is monitoring Potential Tropical System 9, as tropical storm watches have been issued throughout our area.
CAPE CORAL Man accused of breaking into Cape Coral home, stealing car A man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into a Cape Coral home and stealing multiple items, including a car.
SWFL schools affected due to Tropical Storm Helene As Tropical Storm Helene approaches, schools across Southwest Florida are responding.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County declares state of emergency, orders evacuations, opens shelters The Charlotte County Commission declared a local state of emergency due to Tropical Storm Helene on Tuesday.
Lee County Property Appraiser to move into long-vacant downtown Fort Myers office For more than half a decade, a large part of a 63-year-old office building has been sitting half vacant in downtown Fort Myers, a relic from when it first opened as the Inter-County Telephone & Telegraph Company in 1961.
Caught on camera: Lee County deputy hurt after being hit by ‘manic’ driver A deputy is recovering after a woman in the Lee County Sheriff’s Office parking lot struck him and fled the scene.
Naples Airport Authority considers additional revenue sources A luxury car rental facility, VIP parking, improved parking lots and parking fees could be in store for Naples Airport.
WINK NEWS Sandbags in Lee, Charlotte, Collier counties ahead of Tropical Storm Helene Ahead of Potential Tropical Storm 9, Southwest Florida residents are racing to prepare for potential flooding by stocking up on sandbags.
Lee County prepares for Tropical Storm Helene’s effects Lee County officials want residents to be prepared for the effects of Tropical Storm Helene, which is forecast to become a hurricane.
WINK NEWS Lee, Charlotte counties prepping as Tropical Storm Helene strengthens People in Lee and Charlotte counties are preparing as the Potential Tropical System 9 is monitored this morning.
Gov. DeSantis extends state of emergency to 61 counties Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Tallahassee.
SANIBEL “Love Sanibel Back” gives businesses a boost; puts spotlight on the island Love Sanibel Back offers businesses a boost and allows the community to support their favorite restaurants, retailers, and island treasures.
Hotter with isolated storms for Tuesday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hotter Tuesday ahead, with isolated storms expected in the afternoon.
MARCO ISLAND The controversial trolley pilot program on Marco Island A trolley is causing an awful lot of controversy on Marco Island.
Potential Tropical System 9 forecast to become Cat 3 hurricane before landfall The majority of computer models are currently showing landfall in either the Big Bend or Panhandle of Florida Thursday into early Friday.
the weather authority Tropical storm Helene forms in NW Caribbean Sea The Weather Authority is monitoring Potential Tropical System 9, as tropical storm watches have been issued throughout our area.
CAPE CORAL Man accused of breaking into Cape Coral home, stealing car A man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into a Cape Coral home and stealing multiple items, including a car.
SWFL schools affected due to Tropical Storm Helene As Tropical Storm Helene approaches, schools across Southwest Florida are responding.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County declares state of emergency, orders evacuations, opens shelters The Charlotte County Commission declared a local state of emergency due to Tropical Storm Helene on Tuesday.
Lee County Property Appraiser to move into long-vacant downtown Fort Myers office For more than half a decade, a large part of a 63-year-old office building has been sitting half vacant in downtown Fort Myers, a relic from when it first opened as the Inter-County Telephone & Telegraph Company in 1961.
Caught on camera: Lee County deputy hurt after being hit by ‘manic’ driver A deputy is recovering after a woman in the Lee County Sheriff’s Office parking lot struck him and fled the scene.
Naples Airport Authority considers additional revenue sources A luxury car rental facility, VIP parking, improved parking lots and parking fees could be in store for Naples Airport.
WINK NEWS Sandbags in Lee, Charlotte, Collier counties ahead of Tropical Storm Helene Ahead of Potential Tropical Storm 9, Southwest Florida residents are racing to prepare for potential flooding by stocking up on sandbags.
Lee County prepares for Tropical Storm Helene’s effects Lee County officials want residents to be prepared for the effects of Tropical Storm Helene, which is forecast to become a hurricane.
WINK NEWS Lee, Charlotte counties prepping as Tropical Storm Helene strengthens People in Lee and Charlotte counties are preparing as the Potential Tropical System 9 is monitored this morning.
Gov. DeSantis extends state of emergency to 61 counties Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Tallahassee.
SANIBEL “Love Sanibel Back” gives businesses a boost; puts spotlight on the island Love Sanibel Back offers businesses a boost and allows the community to support their favorite restaurants, retailers, and island treasures.
Hotter with isolated storms for Tuesday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hotter Tuesday ahead, with isolated storms expected in the afternoon.
MARCO ISLAND The controversial trolley pilot program on Marco Island A trolley is causing an awful lot of controversy on Marco Island.
Potential Tropical System 9 forecast to become Cat 3 hurricane before landfall The majority of computer models are currently showing landfall in either the Big Bend or Panhandle of Florida Thursday into early Friday.
Sandbags used to combat flooding issues. CREDIT: WINK News Ahead of Tropical Storm Helene, Southwest Florida residents are racing to prepare for potential flooding and high winds by stocking up on sandbags. The sandbags are used as a barrier for diverting water away from homes and businesses from the rising tides and heavy rainfall. Here are some locations in Lee and Charlotte counties where you can get sandbags: Lee County Fort Myers Beach 2731 Oak St. The sand for filling will be located at the end of Gulf Beach Road. Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. Bokeelia 5700 Pine Island Rd. (Fire Station # 1). Sand is staged at the Pine Island Little League field parking lot. Sandbags are limited to 20 per resident. Limited shovels will be provided at the sand pile. Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. Fort Myers – South Trail Fire & Rescue 5531 Halifax Ave. (Station 63). Max 20 per household. Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. Fort Myers Shores – Fire Protection & Rescue District 10721 Palm Beach Blvd. Crossroads Church. Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. North Fort Myers – Bayshore Fire Rescue 17350 Nalle Rd North Fort Myers, Florida 33917. Limited shovels. Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. North Fort Myers – Fire District 2000 N. Recreation Parkway, North Fort Myers, FL 33903. Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. Sanibel Station 171 – 2351 Palm Ridge Rd, Sanibel FL 33957 or 2401 Library Way (parking lot). Quantity is limited. More sandbags are expected to be received Tuesday morning. A few shovels are out there, but it’s recommended that you bring your own. Sanibel Fire & Rescue District , Sanibel FL 33957 Bonita Springs – Fire Control and Rescue District 27701 Bonita Grande Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 (Station 24). Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. Estero 20921 County Road, Estero, FL 33928 (Station 41). Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. Lehigh Acres 1000 Joel Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 (Station 101), and 3102 16th St. SW (Station 104). Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. San Carlos Park – Fire District Three Oaks Park 18251 Three Oaks Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33912. Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. Charlotte County Englewood South County Fleet Services, 4571 State Road 776/Englewood Road. Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is a limit of 10 bags per vehicle. Bags and sand will be provided. Individuals are asked to bring their own shovels. Punta Gorda 3130 Cooper St. (Utilities Entrance). The pile of sand is located near the flag poles. Available to Punta Gorda residents. There are bags and shovels available. North Port 1602 Kramer Way. The Larry Thoennissen Athletic Fields behind the George Mullen Activity Center. Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. Bags and sand will be available while supplies last, with a limit of 10 bags per vehicle. Residents are asked to bring their own shovels. Collier County Naples North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples, FL 34109 (in the Sun-N-Fun Lagoon parking lot), and 11565 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34113, Donna Fiala Eagles Lakes Community Park. Tuesday, 3 p.m. until dusk. Reopens Wednesday at 8 a.m. until dusk. Shovels are limited. 10 bags per person. Come prepared to fill your own sandbags. WINK News anticipates adding more locations across Southwest Florida to this list. Stay tuned to WINKNews.com, WINK News App, streaming, and on-air for any new developments on this story. Also download the WINK Weather app, stream the latest forecast or WINK Doppler 3x anywhere you go.