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The town of Fort Myers Beach issues mandatory evacuation order

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The Town of Fort Myers Beach has issued a mandatory evacuation for the entire Island.

“We encourage residents and business owners to make a plan and be evacuated by 3 p.m., on Monday, October 7, 2024. The Hurricane Re-entry Pass Program will be implemented,” said the city in a statement.

Sanibel issued a State of Local Emergency for the island around 5 p.m., but not an evacuation order.

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