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WEBCity provides update on beach parks post-storm. Today, Oct. 1, the city of Sanibel reported that Public Works crews are continuing to work to reopen beach parking lots on the island following the impacts of Hurricane Helene. Gulfside City Park (Algiers Lane) is now open. The following parking lots remain closed as crews work to remove sand and ...
Helene floods Sanibel, Captiva and cuts off accesses
WEB3 days ago · When Hurricane Helene churned past Southwest Florida on Sept. 26, the islands were inundated with surge waters before the Category 4 storm made landfall in the Big Bend area just before midnight. Flooding and debris on the mainland side of the Sanibel Causeway forced a temporary closure of McGregor Boulevard leading up to the toll […]
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WEB2 days ago · F.I.S.H. providing flood buckets. September 28, 2024 - Sanibel-Captiva News. F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva reported that it has flood buckets available at 2422 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. It is also handing out buckets around the islands. Those in need can contact F.I.S.H. at 239-472-4775.
UPDATE: City provides update on Hurricane Helene
WEBSep 26, 2024 · UPDATE: At about 8:45 p.m. today, Sept. 26, the city of Sanibel provided updates on Hurricane Helene. Storm surge from Helene is impacting locations throughout Sanibel and Captiva. The Sanibel Police Department recommends that residents shelter at home and stay off the roads until the water recedes. Driving on flooded streets is …
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WEB5 days ago · At about 11 a.m. today, Sept. 28, the city of Sanibel provided a post-Hurricane Helene update. – The island experienced on average 2-3 inches of rain. However, there was a tide of 2-3 feet and storm surge of about 3 feet above that, which combined with winds of 50-60 mph to create wave action estimated […]
City: Sanibel Causeway is open
WEB6 days ago · At about 12:15 p.m. today, Sept. 27, the city of Sanibel reported that the Sanibel Causeway is open to travel in both directions. The city is not requiring hurricane re-entry permits to access the islands. “Thank you for your patience as crews worked to ensure safe travel on roadways throughout the island,” officials said. The […]
UPDATE: Captiva fire provides update post-storm
WEB6 days ago · UPDATE: At about 1:30 p.m. today, Sept. 27, the Captiva Island Fire Control District provided an update post-Hurricane Helene. The district highlighted the following for the island: – All roads on Captiva will reopen at 3 p.m. Emergency personnel will still be working in the area; please be cautious while driving on the roadways.
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WEBSep 26, 2024 · At about 7:30 p.m. today, Sept. 26, the Captiva Island Fire Control District reported that none of the roads on the island are passable for normal vehicles at this point and the community should remain inside. “For the immediate future, definitely shelter in place,” Fire Chief Jeff Pawul said. He reported the high water vehicle […]
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WEB5 days ago · The following Sanibel and Captiva entities have provided post-Hurricane Helene updates: AMERICAN LEGION POST 123 American Legion Post 123 reported that it sustained flooding and water damage. It is closed while clean up take places. A reopening date will be announced as soon as possible. BAILEY-MATTHEWS NATIONAL SHELL MUSEUM & AQUARIUM The Bailey-Matthews National Shell […]
Following evacuations, recovery efforts begin on islands
WEBOct 10, 2022 · AP PHOTO/STEVE HELBER Water streams past buildings on Sanibel's oceanfront on Sept. 30 following the passing of Hurricane Ian. The storm brought intense winds and heavy rainfall, including storm surge with an unprecedented inundation of 12 to 18 feet above ground level in Lee County and along the coastline.