It is a dwell information weblog with details about the aftermath of Hurricane Ian in Southwest Florida Our reporters and photographers are unfold out throughout Southwest Florida overlaying our communities and offering the newest data.
When will the facility come again on?
Contents
- 1 When will the facility come again on?
- 2 6:24 p.m. l Naples Airport to reopen Saturday
- 3 4:58 p.m. l 911 middle Wednesday fielded 5 instances extra calls than regular
- 4 4:03 p.m. l Collier County Supervisor Amy Patterson: ‘It’s going to be a protracted haul’
- 5 4 p.m. FGCU cancels lessons, occasions
- 6 3:55 p.m.: Necessary curfew in place for Collier County and Metropolis of Naples
- 7 3:39 p.m. l Studies: Dome houses, Snook Inn destroyed on Marco
- 8 3:24 p.m.: It’s going to take weeks to evaluate Bonita Springs injury
- 9 2:50 p.m.: Humane Society Naples skilled no structural injury
- 10 2:42 p.m. Six untimely newborns transferred from Lee Well being to Naples hospital
- 11 2:36 pm. DeSantis to Pine Island residents: “We have got to supply entry”
- 12 1:49 p.m. | What Bonita Springs residents have to know
- 13 1:42 p.m. | Meals of Hope offering meals
- 14 1:20 p.m. | What Marco Island residents have to know
- 15 1:02 p.m. | Hurricane Ian set to hit South Carolina
- 16 12:41 p.m. | Naples police say telephones down, name 911 for emergencies
- 17 12:23 p.m. | donate to assist Hurricane Ian victims
- 18 11:04 a.m. | Bonita springs replace
- 19 10:38 a.m. Two million individuals with out energy in Florida
- 20 8:49 a.m. l Free meal, fellowship at Chabad of Naples
- 21 Bonita Springs Utilities largely up now
- 22 Hurricane protection
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6:24 p.m. l Naples Airport to reopen Saturday
Naples Airport has introduced it can resume common operations Saturday, Oct. 1.
Nevertheless, due to airfield lighting injury and restoration efforts, the airport will function solely between 7 a.m. and seven:30 p.m. till additional discover.
As a consequence of restricted air site visitors management providers, customers are inspired to file their flight plans early to acquire their Anticipated Departure Clearance Time (EDCT), the town of Naples introduced in a information launch Friday.
“At the moment, the airport continues to be proscribing flight coaching actions with a view to higher facilitate restoration operations for the neighborhood,” the discharge mentioned.
And Nationwide Aeronautic Affiliation workplaces will reopen Monday, Oct. 3.
4:58 p.m. l 911 middle Wednesday fielded 5 instances extra calls than regular
The Collier County Sheriff’s Workplace reported that the 911 telecommunications middle fielded 5,294 calls Wednesday, about 5 instances the traditional quantity. On Thursday, a day after Hurricane Ian struck, employees fielded 4,291 calls – greater than the 4,038 whole calls the middle acquired the day after Irma hit in 2017.
4:03 p.m. l Collier County Supervisor Amy Patterson: ‘It’s going to be a protracted haul’
Collier County Supervisor Amy Patterson advised MSNBC on Friday that her workers is engaged on surveying the “in depth” injury to infrastructure, houses and enterprise, saying “it’s going to be a protracted haul.”
The county was among the many worst hit in southwest Florida. Hurricane Ian introduced a storm surge of greater than 9 ft and reportedly left eight individuals lifeless. Half the county — roughly 134,000 prospects — should not have energy.
“It’s going to take time to guage it not to mention placing collectively a plan on the way to rebuild,” mentioned Patterson, who mentioned she and different county emergency administration officers are crafting “particles administration plans.”
She mentioned mobile phone service is “advantageous,” however mentioned individuals have higher luck with texts and calls versus sending or receiving pictures or movies.
“[Cell service] is okay in some place and others not obtainable in any respect,” she mentioned.
— USA Immediately Community-Florida Enterprise/Politics Editor Sergio Bustos
4 p.m. FGCU cancels lessons, occasions
All Florida Gulf Coast College lessons and occasions have been cancelled by Oct. 9, in line with the college’s Twitter account.
3:55 p.m.: Necessary curfew in place for Collier County and Metropolis of Naples
A compulsory curfew is in place for all of Collier County and the Metropolis of Naples between 12 a.m. and 6 a.m. It’s anticipated that the curfew will stay in impact till energy is basically restored, in line with officers.
The curfew doesn’t apply to emergency responders, staff at well being care services, essential workers for companies that present important providers or these searching for medical help.
3:39 p.m. l Studies: Dome houses, Snook Inn destroyed on Marco
Two iconic locations on Marco Island did haven’t survive Hurricane Ian, studies say.
The Snook Inn mentioned Friday on its Instagram that the highly effective storm destroyed the dome houses off the island. “The enduring dome houses at Cape Romano sadly didn’t make it by this storm. Should you have been fortunate sufficient to go to whereas they have been nonetheless standing share your pics and be sure you tag us,” the restaurant mentioned.
As for The Snook Inn, the restaurant didn’t affirm it ws destoryed, saying: “Sure, there was injury however we are going to come again stronger.”
TV journalist Ryan Clarke Arbogast reported on Twitter that he Snook Inn was gone and offered pictures.
3:24 p.m.: It’s going to take weeks to evaluate Bonita Springs injury
Particles and flooding are making it unsafe on Bonita Springs roadways, and first responders have been aiding with rescue and restoration efforts, metropolis leaders mentioned.
Neighborhood residents “have assist coming,” Hearth Chief Greg DeWitt mentioned. “We all know we now have 5 federal groups. (That) encompasses excessive water automobiles, swift water groups and structural collapse groups.
2:50 p.m.: Humane Society Naples skilled no structural injury
Humane Society Naples is working with companions throughout Collier and Lee counties to help those that have been affected by Hurricane Ian.
Humane Society Naples places skilled no structural injury, in line with a press launch. Animals have been relocated to the principle shelter on Airport Pulling Highway and the Oaks Kennels positioned east of Interstate 75, the place workers has remained to supply onsite care since Sept. 27.
Humane Society Naples will stay closed for adoptions by Oct. 4.
2:42 p.m. Six untimely newborns transferred from Lee Well being to Naples hospital
Six untimely newborns, with a minimum of one weighing lower than one pound, have been transferred from Lee Well being’s neonatal intensive care unit to NCH North Naples Hospital.
Lee Well being is evacuating a whole bunch of sufferers out of HealthPark Medical Middle in south Lee County and from Gulf Coast Medical Middle off Daniels Highway after each campuses confronted a major drop in water strain after Hurricane Ian.
2:36 pm. DeSantis to Pine Island residents: “We have got to supply entry”
Stopping on the Lee County village of Matlacha, Gov. Ron DeSantis Friday afternoon tried to offer some assurance to residents desperate to return to houses on neighboring Pine Island, lower off from the mainland by highway and bridge injury from Hurricane Ian.
“Look, I’m dedicated to fixing that, you already know, with the state of Florida,” DeSantis mentioned. “Clearly, the county might help. We’ve received to supply entry. However how rapidly can that be executed, even with greatest efforts is unclear.”
Comparable destruction is preserving much more residents away from houses on Sanibel Island, not removed from the place Ian made landfall and the place rescue employees have gone door-to-door checking on the protection of those that remained whereas the Class 4 storm tore by.
Florida Emergency Administration Director Kevin Guthrie mentioned that getting regulation enforcement and different officers onto the barrier islands is among the many first duties, to clear particles and gauge the safety of still-standing roads and different buildings.
“Then, we are going to work on making an attempt to get you guys again in there,” Guthrie mentioned.
Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno mentioned he’s talked with state officers about getting a ferry that may very well be used to quickly transfer residents and emergency employees onto the barrier islands.
He and DeSantis additionally flexed muscle by saying that safety might be a precedence within the wake of the storm.
“We’re not going to tolerate, I imply zero tolerance once we say anybody who thinks they’re going to thrive on the residents of this county or state, once we simply took a horrific hit, I can assure you, that isn’t going to occur,” mentioned Marceno.
DeSantis chimed in. “I used to be touring Punta Gorda yesterday and so they’ve boarded up all the companies and there have been individuals who wrote on their plywood, ‘you loot, we shoot,’” the governor mentioned.
“On the finish of the day, we’re not going to permit lawlessness to make the most of this case,” he added.
1:49 p.m. | What Bonita Springs residents have to know
Motorists are instructed to remain off the roadways to permit restoration efforts to proceed safely, the town of Bonita Springs warned Friday.
“Search and rescue efforts proceed all through the county with native, state and federal assets on air, sea and land,” metropolis officers mentioned. “First responders are encountering site visitors that’s hindering their efforts. Visitors can also be slowing responding businesses which can be assessing roads, restoring electrical service and staging different restoration efforts.
Entry to Bonita Seaside Highway from the Forester Drive and Hickory Boulevard intersection is restricted to residents on foot solely. Lee County Division of Transportation closed Massive Hickory Go Bridge resulting from injury from Hurricane Ian.
The closure of the bridge, which is on the south finish of Estero Island between Fort Myers Seaside and Bonita Seaside, is at present efficient. Throughout a bridge inspection Friday, engineers recognized deficiencies, resulting in the closure. Lee DOT is working with the Florida Division of Transportation, the information launch mentioned.
Additionally, the town might be conducting structural inspections and a few buildings could also be condemned. Bonita Springs earlier Friday additionally began the primary push for particles elimination.
Residents are inspired to go to fb.com/leecountyflbocc or leegov.com/storm for updates. Town additionally will publish updates to the town Fb web page and the town’s web site.
Lee County is working with its companions to ascertain Factors of Distribution without cost meals and water. These websites might be introduced Friday afternoon and might be positioned all through the county.
Lee County shelter operations proceed and shelter capability might be maintained. If your own home was impacted by the storm and also you want shelter, you may nonetheless go. Verify leegov.com/storm for updates on shelter places.
Crews from Lee County Division of Transportation proceed to evaluate space roads and bridges. The next bridges are closed: Sanibel Causeway, three bridges in Matlacha, New Go, Massive Carlos Go Bridge and Massive Hickory Go Bridge.
Lee County Utilities and different water suppliers ask that anybody who witnesses water effervescent up from the bottom report it to the utility serving your space. Bear in mind to preserve water as a lot as attainable.
- Please proceed to be vigilant and alert as sheet movement can nonetheless impression water ranges of rivers and canals within the coming days.
- Whereas staying at dwelling and cleansing storm-related yard waste:
- Stack it individually from rubbish or constructing particles.
- Yard waste doesn’t should be bundled after the storm.
- Place it in piles that may simply be managed by assortment personnel with a claw truck.
- Don’t place any waste beneath overhead obstacles equivalent to bushes or powerlines or close to hydrants or mailboxes.
- If working with a chainsaw, please observe all security precautions. The Occupational Security and Well being Administration recommends:
- Clear away dust, particles, small tree limbs and rocks from the noticed’s chain path. Search for nails, spikes or different metallic within the tree earlier than reducing.
- Shut off the noticed or have interaction its chain brake when carrying the noticed on tough or uneven terrain.
- Preserve your arms on the noticed’s handles, and keep steadiness whereas working the noticed.
- Correct private protecting tools have to be worn when working the noticed, which incorporates hand, foot, leg, eye, face, listening to and head safety.
- Don’t put on loose-fitting clothes.
- Watch out that the trunk or tree limbs is not going to bind in opposition to the noticed.
- Look ahead to branches beneath stress; they might spring out when lower.
- Gasoline-powered chainsaws have to be geared up with a protecting machine that minimizes chainsaw kickback
1:42 p.m. | Meals of Hope offering meals
Meals of Hope, a meals provide charity based mostly in Collier County, is offering meals to individuals within the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
“We distributed 1,760 scorching meals (Thursday) and hope to do the identical once more Friday and Saturday at North Collier Regional Park by the softball fields,” Steve Popper, president of the nonprofit.
The hours might be 4 to six p.m. at the park, 15000 Livingston Highway.
1:20 p.m. | What Marco Island residents have to know
The Metropolis of Marco Island launched up to date data for residents following Hurricane Ian on Friday morning.
Here is what it’s good to know:
ELECTRICITY
- LCEC is working with Florida Energy and Gentle to revive energy.
- The principle energy feed to LCEC is out. FPL has not offered an estimated restoration timeframe but.
- Flip off home equipment, boat docks and pool tools earlier than energy is restored for security.
MUNICIPAL WATER
- There is no such thing as a boil water discover.
- Water and sewer providers are intact city-wide.
ROAD CONDITIONS
- All major roads and bridges on Marco Island are open and satisfactory.
- Keep off streets as a lot as attainable.
- Don’t drive by standing water.
COOLING CHARGING CENTER
- Open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Mackle Park Racquet Middle, 1361 Andalusia Terrace.
- Residents who urgently have to name a member of the family may have entry to a telephone for not more than two minutes to allow them to know they’re alive and OK.
STORM DEBRIS COLLECTION
GROCERY STORES
- Each Publix places on Marco Island are open.
- Winn-Dixie is open, together with the pharmacy.
FUEL AND GAS STATIONS
- There are not any fuel stations open right now.
FEMA ASSISTANCE
- Register on-line at disasterassistance.gov or obtain the FEMA app. For extra data or assist with FEMA help, name 800-621-3362.
- Take pictures of injury, together with the high-water line.
LOST AND FOUND BOATS
- To report a misplaced or discovered boat, name 239-389-5050.
- Report in particular person within the foyer of the police division from 8 a.m. to five p.m.
- Report by way of direct message to the Marco Island Police Division on their social media pages.
NO BOATING
- All boating and private watercraft use on Marco Island waterways are prohibited resulting from hazardous situations.
- Evaluation of waterways is ongoing.
- Deserted or towed automobiles
- To retrieve a towed motorized vehicle, name Government Auto at 239-642-0003.
GENERATORS
- Place in a well-ventilated space a minimum of 20 ft from buildings.
- Verify the specs for limitations on generator.
- By no means gasoline generator whereas it’s on
1:02 p.m. | Hurricane Ian set to hit South Carolina
Hurricane Ian is about to strike South Carolina imminently. Watch the dwell hyperlink.
12:41 p.m. | Naples police say telephones down, name 911 for emergencies
Naples police reported that telephones are down citywide and can’t obtain or make calls.
Anybody with an emergency is urged to name 911, however just for an emergency.
Additionally, you too can strive calling (239) 398-9513, which is a cell quantity within the metropolis dispatch middle.
12:23 p.m. | donate to assist Hurricane Ian victims
The Collier Neighborhood Basis has reactivated their Collier Comes Collectively Aid Fund to assist Hurricane Ian victims.
This permits the muse to get instant assist the place it is wanted most, in line with the muse’s press launch.
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One-hundred p.c of the donations are given to nonprofits serving to victims and their households with out administrative charges.
“The fund serves to guarantee donors’ help will attain its meant trigger,” the press launch mentioned. “Fraudulent websites pop-up following a catastrophe or emergency that mislead donors about the place their funds will go.”
For extra data and to donate on-line to the Hurricane Aid Fund, go to colliercf.org.
Checks may be mailed to the Collier Neighborhood Basis at 1110 Pine Ridge Highway, Suite 200, Naples, FL 34108. Please be aware Hurricane Fund within the memo line.
11:04 a.m. | Bonita springs replace
Bonita Springs Utilities, Inc. has maintained water service throughout and after Hurricane Ian all through our service space, excluding Bonita Seaside together with Little Hickory Island, Massive Hickory Island, and Black Island and the realm west of Imperial Shores Blvd alongside Bonita Seaside Highway. These areas stay with out water service right now. All different parts of the service areas have water service obtainable and usually are not beneath a boil water discover. FP&L has restored energy to BSU’s two water crops and back-up generator energy is now not required. BSU’s two wastewater crops proceed to depend on back-up generator energy. We proceed to request that our members preserve water. That is vital as a lot of our wastewater carry stations stay with out energy and it’ll take time to pump down stations and ship movement to the therapy crops.
When you have any questions, please contact Andy Koebel, Director of Operations, Bonita Springs Utilities, Inc. at (239) 992-0711.
10:38 a.m. Two million individuals with out energy in Florida
Energy: Practically 2 million prospects have been with out energy Friday morning, in line with utility tracker poweroutage.us. Florida Energy & Gentle, the state’s largest utility, reported Friday that it had restored energy to greater than 1 million prospects — greater than half of these affected by the monster storm.
Journey: Airports in Tampa and Orlando have been anticipated to reopen Friday, whereas Fort Myers Airport in southwest Florida remained closed Friday. Greater than 1,660 flights have been canceled Friday as a result of storm, in line with FlightAware.
Deaths. The destruction left behind by Ian has made it troublesome to get an correct evaluation of the lack of life, however there are already studies of 21 deaths, officers mentioned Friday morning.
State officers mentioned solely considered one of these deaths, in Polk County, was confirmed on account of the storm, and authorities have been nonetheless evaluating the reason for the 20 different deaths: 12 have been in Charlotte County and eight in Collier County.
However native officers in these areas have been additionally reporting deaths:
- Sanibel Island officers reported two deaths on Thursday.
- In Lee County, which incorporates the island of Cayo Costa close to Cape Coral the place the storm made landfall, a minimum of 5 deaths have been confirmed, Sheriff Carmine Marceno advised CNN.
- In Deltona, about 30 miles northeast of Orlando, a 72-year-old man died after falling right into a canal whereas utilizing a hose to empty his pool within the heavy rain, the Volusia County Sheriff’s Workplace mentioned.
- In Sarasota County, the sheriff’s workplace reported two deaths associated to the hurricane.
8:49 a.m. l Free meal, fellowship at Chabad of Naples
“It’s vital for us to return collectively as a neighborhood throughout this troublesome time. Once we unite, and are available collectively as a neighborhood, that’s once we really feel God’s presence,” mentioned Rabbi Fishel Zaklos in a information launch.
Its neighborhood invitation proclaimed: “We would not have electrical energy, however we now have one another.”
Chabad has organized a volunteer medical rescue group, who’re taking calls, offering medical care, and rescuing locals from flooded houses. On Friday, it is delivering 200 Shabbat meals to the neighborhood, and anybody in want. On Sunday, Chabad’s crew of volunteers will assist locals to clear particles and lower and take away fallen bushes.
For data, name Chabad at 239-262-4474.
Bonita Springs Utilities largely up now
Bonita Springs Utilities, Inc. has maintained water service throughout and after Hurricane Ian all through its service space, excluding Bonita Seaside together with:
- Little Hickory Island
- Massive Hickory Island
- Black Island
- The realm west of Imperial Shores Blvd alongside Bonita Seaside Highway.
These areas stay with out water service right now.
All different parts of the service areas have water service obtainable and usually are not beneath a boil water discover. FP&L has restored energy to BSU’s two water crops and back-up generator energy is now not required. BSU’s two wastewater crops proceed to depend on back-up generator energy.
The utility continues to request that each one members preserve water. Most of the wastewater carry stations stay with out energy and it’ll take time to pump down stations and ship movement to the therapy crops.
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