City of Sanibel to hold news conference on Milton updateHarry Chapin Food Bank holds emergency food distributions after Milton
SANIBEL City of Sanibel to hold news conference on Milton update The City of Sanibel is set to hold a news conference to provide an update on Hurricane Milton.
CAPE CORAL Harry Chapin Food Bank holds emergency food distributions after Milton In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, many Southwest Florida residents are facing increased hardship, including food insecurity.
Charlotte County to hold news conference regarding Milton Charlotte County is set to hold a news conference to provide an update on its response to Hurricane Milton.
President Biden approves federal aid for Florida after Hurricane Milton President Biden approved a Major Disaster Declaration for Florida following the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Milton.
ENGLEWOOD Hurricane Milton survivors face delays as FEMA aid remains unavailable In the wake of Hurricane Milton, many Floridians are facing the daunting task of rebuilding their lives, but financial assistance from the government is in short supply.
FORT MYERS Debris drop-off sites in Lee County In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Lee County officials have announced the planned opening of multiple public debris drop-off sites to aid residents in managing storm damage.
The weather authority A drier start to the weekend with a few showers expected The Weather Authority says we are starting out the day with temperatures feeling rather pleasant in the low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
What’s open and closed after Hurricane Milton In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, services and businesses in Southwest Florida are beginning to reopen.
SANIBEL/CAPTIVA Recovery efforts on Sanibel and Captiva after Milton Crews have opened the Sanibel causeway to everyone, even those without a hurricane re-entry pass, but the city asks that people avoid the island unless they live there or need to travel there for business.Â
CAPE CORAL Boat pulled away by storm surge lands in Cape Coral backyard A boat built by a father and son smashed into pieces after Hurricane Milton. Not only did the boat wash onto shore, but it washed into the seawall of someone’s home on McGregor Boulevard.
MANASOTA KEY Residents hope to return home to Manasota Key Life will never be the same for people living on Manasota Key. Right now, only emergency services and county officials are allowed on the island.
Man rescued by two Charlotte County residents during Milton Two Charlotte County men saved an evacuee during Hurricane Milton on Wednesday night.
MATLACHA Impact on local businesses on Matlacha after Milton Residents are focused on rebuilding one brick at a time.
SANIBEL First look at Sanibel after Hurricane Milton Friday, WINK News visited the island for the first time since the hurricane.
Lee County man reflects on rescue after Milton We’re hearing more rescue stories as people venture back to the flooded homes they escaped after Milton.
SANIBEL City of Sanibel to hold news conference on Milton update The City of Sanibel is set to hold a news conference to provide an update on Hurricane Milton.
CAPE CORAL Harry Chapin Food Bank holds emergency food distributions after Milton In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, many Southwest Florida residents are facing increased hardship, including food insecurity.
Charlotte County to hold news conference regarding Milton Charlotte County is set to hold a news conference to provide an update on its response to Hurricane Milton.
President Biden approves federal aid for Florida after Hurricane Milton President Biden approved a Major Disaster Declaration for Florida following the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Milton.
ENGLEWOOD Hurricane Milton survivors face delays as FEMA aid remains unavailable In the wake of Hurricane Milton, many Floridians are facing the daunting task of rebuilding their lives, but financial assistance from the government is in short supply.
FORT MYERS Debris drop-off sites in Lee County In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Lee County officials have announced the planned opening of multiple public debris drop-off sites to aid residents in managing storm damage.
The weather authority A drier start to the weekend with a few showers expected The Weather Authority says we are starting out the day with temperatures feeling rather pleasant in the low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
What’s open and closed after Hurricane Milton In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, services and businesses in Southwest Florida are beginning to reopen.
SANIBEL/CAPTIVA Recovery efforts on Sanibel and Captiva after Milton Crews have opened the Sanibel causeway to everyone, even those without a hurricane re-entry pass, but the city asks that people avoid the island unless they live there or need to travel there for business.Â
CAPE CORAL Boat pulled away by storm surge lands in Cape Coral backyard A boat built by a father and son smashed into pieces after Hurricane Milton. Not only did the boat wash onto shore, but it washed into the seawall of someone’s home on McGregor Boulevard.
MANASOTA KEY Residents hope to return home to Manasota Key Life will never be the same for people living on Manasota Key. Right now, only emergency services and county officials are allowed on the island.
Man rescued by two Charlotte County residents during Milton Two Charlotte County men saved an evacuee during Hurricane Milton on Wednesday night.
MATLACHA Impact on local businesses on Matlacha after Milton Residents are focused on rebuilding one brick at a time.
SANIBEL First look at Sanibel after Hurricane Milton Friday, WINK News visited the island for the first time since the hurricane.
Lee County man reflects on rescue after Milton We’re hearing more rescue stories as people venture back to the flooded homes they escaped after Milton.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, many Southwest Florida residents are facing increased hardship, including food insecurity. To support those in need, the Harry Chapin Food Bank has launched emergency food distribution events, with one of the locations being the Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal Church on Northeast Pine Island Road in Cape Coral on Saturday. As the community grapples with the storm’s impact, Richard Leber, President of the Harry Chapin Food Bank, emphasized the urgency of these efforts. WINK News reporter Paul Dolan spoke with Leber, and discussed how the food bank is planning multiple distribution drives across SWFL in response to the growing demand. “We see demand go up, and it’ll probably double over normal levels for the next couple of weeks. For a couple of months, we’ll see higher than normal demand,” Leber explained. Many residents who have never had to rely on food drives before are now finding themselves in need due to the extensive damage caused by Hurricane Milton. Leber encouraged anyone affected by the hurricane, regardless of their previous circumstances, to come to the food drives without hesitation. “If you need help, you should come,” he said. “We try very hard to make everybody feel welcome, there’s no judgment involved in this. If you have lost everything and just need some help right now, that’s what we’re here for, so please come out and let your community take care of you.” The emergency food drives offer relief to families and individuals facing food shortages in the wake of the hurricane. However, the need for food assistance in Southwest Florida is ongoing. Every year, WINK News partners with Harry Chapin Food Bank for the “WINK Feeds Families” campaign to support local residents struggling with food insecurity year-round. As the community comes together to recover, these emergency food drives will provide essential aid to those hardest hit, ensuring they don’t go hungry during this challenging time. Further details about upcoming distribution events and how to receive assistance can be found on their website.