The increase in flood insurance rates in Southwest Florida is a byproduct of the impact from Hurricane Ian as well as an overall increase insurance rates being felt throughout Florida.As of publication, Lee County residents were awaiting a decision from FEMA on whether flood insurance rates ...
LCEC prepares for storm season year-round. Grid hardening takes place before storm season to ensure the system is as resilient as possible. System and program investments include inspections and maintenance and comprehensive vegetation management to prevent outages. When a storm ...
To ensure that debris is collected in the most efficient, safe, and timely manner, we recommend you follow these simple guidelines. • Local media will notify when collection will take place. • Do not place trash, recycling or debris near low hanging objects, around mailboxes or utility ...
From our partners at Florida Department of Health – Lee County. Storms can bring heavy rains that could increase the risk of diseases. Following are some tips to help you avoid becoming ill. For more information during an emergency event call the Florida State Assistance Information Line ...
NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards (NWR) is a nationwide network of radio stations broadcasting continuous weather information directly from the nearest National Weather Service office. These give official Weather Service warnings, watches, forecasts, and other hazard information 24 hours a day, ...
If you do not live in an area that is required to evacuate, sheltering at home with precautions is a safe choice. Preparing properly, and offering to shelter friends or family who are required to leave a more dangerous area, will help the entire community get through the storm together. If you ...
The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30. Peak hurricane season is between August and October. Hurricanes are not just coastal problems. They can affect residents along the major rivers and waterways in Southwest Florida to Lake Okeechobee. There are specific ...
American Red Cross (Local Chapter) 239-278-3401 Arson Alert Hotline 800-342-5869 Blood Donor Centers 888-9-DONATE Lee Memorial Blood Center 239-343-2333 Florida's Blood Centers 239-574-3170 Cape Coral Emergency Management 239-573-3022 911 Cape Coral Police Department ...
Flood risk doesn’t stop at a line on a map. Flooding can happen for a variety of reasons, not just storms. Knowing your Flood zone and other flood map information (such as the predicted level of flood waters) may impact your flood insurance premium rates and how you build or renovate. Contact ...
When the storm is approaching and quick action is needed: • Listen to your local Emergency Management office for specific boat evacuation instructions. • Do not stay aboard — remove your vessel from the water if possible. • Remove all moveable equipment: canvas, sails, dinghies, ...
