Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in OcalaWhat is storm surge? Understanding the difference between surge and inundation
ocala Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Ocala Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Ocala.
The Weather Authority What is storm surge? Understanding the difference between surge and inundation Hurricane Milton is placing the entire state of Florida at risk; however, impacts from the storm can be attributed to several factors.
What’s open and closed as Hurricane Milton looms As Hurricane Milton gains momentum toward the west coast of Florida, services and businesses in Southwest Florida are adjusting their hours or closing temporarily.
SWFL schools affected due to Milton Southwest Florida schools are responding ahead of Hurricane Milton’s arrival.
WINK NEWS List of shelters in SWFL ahead of Milton As Hurricane Milton approaches, shelters are opening across Southwest Florida to provide safety and refuge for residents.
Lee County provides updates ahead of Hurricane Milton Lee County officials are set to hold a news conference regarding Hurricane Milton.
Tallahassee Gov. DeSantis issues State of Emergency to 51 counties ahead of Milton Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Tallahassee.
PORT CHARLOTTE ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte evacuations ahead of Milton As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte has released its evacuation plans ahead of the storm.
Fatal crash involving a semi-truck on I-75S The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Interstate 75 southbound near Bonita Beach Road.
Milton downgrades to Category 4, heavy impacts expected in SWFL The Weather Authority is continuing to track Hurricane Milton, which continues to be a major hurricane even as it was downgraded slightly.
SANIBEL Sanibel evacuates as flooding and storm surge threaten island Sanibel is already dealing with flooding from the heavy rain we’ve seen over the past few days, and Milton is expected to bring 10 feet of storm surge to the island.
ENGLEWOOD Manasota Key residents scramble ahead of Hurricane Milton Parts of Manasota Key are already unrecognizable from the damage Helene caused, and now, with Milton on the way, people are heartbroken and wondering what the future holds.
FORT MYERS SHORES ‘We’re getting the heck out of here’ 416,000 in mandatory evacuation zone in Lee Co. Around 416,000 residents in Lee County are under a mandatory evacuation order that went into effect Monday at noon because of Hurricane Milton.
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers businesses prepare for Hurricane Milton Business owners in downtown Fort Myers are getting their businesses ready for whatever Hurricane Milton will bring.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral isn’t offering sandbags, but one Cape Coral local is One Cape Coral resident saw a need during the approach of Hurricane Milton and decided to do something about it.
ocala Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Ocala Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Ocala.
The Weather Authority What is storm surge? Understanding the difference between surge and inundation Hurricane Milton is placing the entire state of Florida at risk; however, impacts from the storm can be attributed to several factors.
What’s open and closed as Hurricane Milton looms As Hurricane Milton gains momentum toward the west coast of Florida, services and businesses in Southwest Florida are adjusting their hours or closing temporarily.
SWFL schools affected due to Milton Southwest Florida schools are responding ahead of Hurricane Milton’s arrival.
WINK NEWS List of shelters in SWFL ahead of Milton As Hurricane Milton approaches, shelters are opening across Southwest Florida to provide safety and refuge for residents.
Lee County provides updates ahead of Hurricane Milton Lee County officials are set to hold a news conference regarding Hurricane Milton.
Tallahassee Gov. DeSantis issues State of Emergency to 51 counties ahead of Milton Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Tallahassee.
PORT CHARLOTTE ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte evacuations ahead of Milton As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte has released its evacuation plans ahead of the storm.
Fatal crash involving a semi-truck on I-75S The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Interstate 75 southbound near Bonita Beach Road.
Milton downgrades to Category 4, heavy impacts expected in SWFL The Weather Authority is continuing to track Hurricane Milton, which continues to be a major hurricane even as it was downgraded slightly.
SANIBEL Sanibel evacuates as flooding and storm surge threaten island Sanibel is already dealing with flooding from the heavy rain we’ve seen over the past few days, and Milton is expected to bring 10 feet of storm surge to the island.
ENGLEWOOD Manasota Key residents scramble ahead of Hurricane Milton Parts of Manasota Key are already unrecognizable from the damage Helene caused, and now, with Milton on the way, people are heartbroken and wondering what the future holds.
FORT MYERS SHORES ‘We’re getting the heck out of here’ 416,000 in mandatory evacuation zone in Lee Co. Around 416,000 residents in Lee County are under a mandatory evacuation order that went into effect Monday at noon because of Hurricane Milton.
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers businesses prepare for Hurricane Milton Business owners in downtown Fort Myers are getting their businesses ready for whatever Hurricane Milton will bring.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral isn’t offering sandbags, but one Cape Coral local is One Cape Coral resident saw a need during the approach of Hurricane Milton and decided to do something about it.
Southwest Florida schools are responding ahead of Hurricane Milton’s arrival. Lee County The Lee County School District has decided to close schools through Thursday. Oasis Schools in Cape Coral are closed through Thursday. Canterbury School in Fort Myers will be closed through Friday. Florida Gulf Coast University classes and events will be closed Tuesday through Friday. Residential students have been ordered to evacuate by 2 p.m. on Tuesday. FSW will be closed and all classes will be canceled on Tuesday and Wednesday. Decisions for the remainder of the week will be made as the situation develops. Keiser University Naples and Fort Myers campuses will be closed on Tuesday. Bishop Verot will be closed from Monday through Wednesday. Glades County The Glades County School District have closed schools. They will proceed with classes on Monday. “This decision also allows families the necessary time to prepare for the storm or evacuate if needed. Additionally, we want to inform you that West Glades School will be opening as a shelter on Tuesday for those who require assistance,” the school said in a statement released Sunday. Collier County Collier County Public Schools will be closed Monday through Thursday. Charlotte County All Charlotte County Public Schools will remain closed through at least Thursday. They will provide updates as soon as possible after the storm to assess whether schools can safely reopen on Friday. DeSoto County The DeSoto School District has decided to close school through Thursday. Hendry County Hendry County has announced that it will close schools for through Friday. Refer to this article for future school closures due to Milton. Download the WINK Weather app, stream the latest forecast or WINK Doppler 3x anywhere you go.