Know when it’s time to shelter in place for Hurricane MiltonTornado confirmed in Southwest Florida; Hurricane Milton maintains collision course with Florida’s Gulf Coast
Tornado confirmed in Southwest Florida; Hurricane Milton maintains collision course with Florida’s Gulf Coast
Know when it’s time to shelter in place for Hurricane Milton As Hurricane Milton gets closer to Southwest Florida, first responders are doing their final sweeps of evacuation zones.
Tornado confirmed in Southwest Florida; Hurricane Milton maintains collision course with Florida’s Gulf Coast A confirmed tornado was caught on camera touching down in southern Florida on Wednesday just north of Alligator Alley in Collier County.
Radio stations available for Hurricane Milton updates Hurricane Milton is expected to devastate Florida as a Category 4 storm, and with that in mind, power outages are expected.
AT&T, Verizon among wireless companies waiving usage fees for Milton As Hurricane Milton moves closer to Southwest Florida, some wireless companies are announcing relief for Florida customers. So far, AT&T and Verizon have announced they are waiving some fees. WINK News will keep this article up to date as wireless companies announce their plans. AT&T AT&T has announced it will be waiving overage charges to […]
Lee County to provide updates on Hurricane Milton Lee County officials are set to provide updates regarding Hurricane Milton ahead of landfall.
How to get emergency help through satellite on your Google Pixel phone If you’re in an emergency situation without Wi-Fi or cellular service, you can try to connect with emergency services through satellite using your Google Pixel smartphone.
How to send emergency satellite messages on iPhone During Hurricane Milton, staying connected is top of mind, as internet and cellular coverage could be affected by the storm.
Hurricane Milton: Category 4 strength, 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.
Streaming Now: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Tallahassee Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Tallahassee regarding Hurricane Milton.
Electric vehicle charging stations available ahead of Hurricane Milton The Florida Department of Transportation has activated several electric vehicles ahead of Hurricane Milton for those evacuating.
Managing your anxiety during Milton; expert weighs in We are anxious about Hurricane Milton. It’s perfectly normal, even expected, but there are things you can do to help ground yourself and lower the stress to a manageable level.
Tracking Milton: Worst-case scenario inundation and storm surge The Weather Authority is tracking Hurricane Milton and the hypothetical worst-case scenario when it comes to storm surge.
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.
Cape Coral prepares for Hurricane Milton The City of Cape Coral held another press conference Tuesday to give an update on Hurricane Milton. The city is urging people in zones A and B to evacuate now.
SWFL Florida evacuation orders ahead of Milton There are now mandatory evacuation orders for some barrier islands in Southwest Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton.
Know when it’s time to shelter in place for Hurricane Milton As Hurricane Milton gets closer to Southwest Florida, first responders are doing their final sweeps of evacuation zones.
Tornado confirmed in Southwest Florida; Hurricane Milton maintains collision course with Florida’s Gulf Coast A confirmed tornado was caught on camera touching down in southern Florida on Wednesday just north of Alligator Alley in Collier County.
Radio stations available for Hurricane Milton updates Hurricane Milton is expected to devastate Florida as a Category 4 storm, and with that in mind, power outages are expected.
AT&T, Verizon among wireless companies waiving usage fees for Milton As Hurricane Milton moves closer to Southwest Florida, some wireless companies are announcing relief for Florida customers. So far, AT&T and Verizon have announced they are waiving some fees. WINK News will keep this article up to date as wireless companies announce their plans. AT&T AT&T has announced it will be waiving overage charges to […]
Lee County to provide updates on Hurricane Milton Lee County officials are set to provide updates regarding Hurricane Milton ahead of landfall.
How to get emergency help through satellite on your Google Pixel phone If you’re in an emergency situation without Wi-Fi or cellular service, you can try to connect with emergency services through satellite using your Google Pixel smartphone.
How to send emergency satellite messages on iPhone During Hurricane Milton, staying connected is top of mind, as internet and cellular coverage could be affected by the storm.
Hurricane Milton: Category 4 strength, 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.
Streaming Now: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Tallahassee Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Tallahassee regarding Hurricane Milton.
Electric vehicle charging stations available ahead of Hurricane Milton The Florida Department of Transportation has activated several electric vehicles ahead of Hurricane Milton for those evacuating.
Managing your anxiety during Milton; expert weighs in We are anxious about Hurricane Milton. It’s perfectly normal, even expected, but there are things you can do to help ground yourself and lower the stress to a manageable level.
Tracking Milton: Worst-case scenario inundation and storm surge The Weather Authority is tracking Hurricane Milton and the hypothetical worst-case scenario when it comes to storm surge.
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.
Cape Coral prepares for Hurricane Milton The City of Cape Coral held another press conference Tuesday to give an update on Hurricane Milton. The city is urging people in zones A and B to evacuate now.
SWFL Florida evacuation orders ahead of Milton There are now mandatory evacuation orders for some barrier islands in Southwest Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton.
FILE – In this Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017, file photo, the new iPhone X is displayed in the showroom after the new product announcement at the Steve Jobs Theater on the new Apple campus in Cupertino, Calif. Apple is offering a nifty way to unlock its new iPhone X…just stare at it. Face ID, Apple’s name for its facial-recognition technology, replaces the fingerprint sensor found on other models. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File) Staying connected is key during Hurricane Milton, as the storm could affect the internet and cellular coverage. If you have an iPhone 14 or later, Emergency SOS via satellite can help you connect with emergency services when you are otherwise unable to. It is important to note that not all carriers support text via satellite, and some features may vary for users. You also must have at least an iOS 16.1 update to use this feature. For more information on how to send emergency satellite messages on a Google Pixel smartphone, click here for a separate article with instructions. How to connect to a satellite with your iPhone In the control center: Swipe down from the top right corner of your iPhone to open the control center Tap the cellular button on the right-hand side Tap satellite Choose a satellite feature In the settings app: Open settings Tap satellite Choose a satellite feature Where does this work? To connect to a satellite, you need to be outside with a clear view of the sky. You do not need to raise or hold your phone any higher than you normally would, but you should not tuck it away in a pocket or bag. Your iPhone’s screen will give you further instructions if you need to turn your phone or move it to avoid a blocked signal. Who can you contact? The satellite feature can help you connect with emergency services via call or text, depending on your connection. However, this works a bit differently than a typical conversation. Once you’re connected, your iPhone starts a text conversation with emergency responders by sharing critical information like your Medical ID and emergency contact information. Your phone will also notify them of your remaining battery life. If you have emergency contacts set up in your Health app’s medical ID, you can also choose to notify and share this information with those contacts when you text emergency services. Additional Resources If you are wondering how to set up emergency contacts on your iPhone’s Medical ID, click here. If you have any issues connecting to Emergency SOS using your iPhone, Apple provides the following guides on their website: Connect to a satellite with your iPhone Use Emergency SOS via Satellite on your iPhone