Lee County prepares for Tropical Storm Helene entering Gulf
How is Lee County preparing for a potential storm? What we know and latest updates
With the threat of another major storm looming, take a minute to learn about what resources Lee County offers for weather emergencies.
Live updates: Watching Tropical Storm Helene developing and potential impact for Lee County
"We encourage you to bring your own Lee County Emergency Management is actively monitoring the tropics and working closely with state and federal partners, including the Florida Division of Emergency Management, the National Weather Service and the ...
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Live updates: Watching Helene developing and potential impact for Lee County
The forecast is calling for storm surge ― prediction is 3 to 5 feet along the coast ― and wind impacts, mostly today, tonight and all day Thursday. This is a developing story and our reporters and photographers are on alert and ready to provide coverage,
How do I find my Lee County flood zone? How to prepare before Tropical Storm Helene
Lee County is under a state of emergency as Tropical Storm Helene makes its way toward Florida. Parts of Fort Myers have been issued a storm surge watch as the coast braces for impact later this week. With the amount of uncertainty storm systems bring, it's good to have a flood plan in case of an emergency.
"More intense" than Debby: Lee County prepares for Tropical Storm Helene entering Gulf
Lee County officials gathered Tuesday at the Old Lee County Courthouse to provide an update as they anticipate effects of Tropical Storm Helene in the coming days. Benjamin Abes, director of Lee County Public Safety,
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Watch: Florida 'manic woman' hits deputy with car outside sheriff’s office
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Helene to become large hurricane. When to expect the worst in Lee County, Fort Myers Beach
Lee County to begin to feel effects of TS Helene Wednesday night; tropical storm force winds Thursday and the worst surge Thursday afternoon, evening.
80-year-old Florida man suffocated woman to put her ‘out of suffering,’ sheriff says
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Woman hits, injures Florida deputy with car in Lee County
A woman in Southwest Florida was arrested after striking a Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputy with her vehicle.
Deputies: 80-year-old Florida man suffocated woman to end her suffering
An 80-year-old man from North Fort Myers was arrested for alledegly of suffocating a woman amid their shared struggles with ...
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Old Florida Lee County roadside attraction sees new life after Hurricane Ian
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The effort to contain mosquitoes and mosquito-borne illnesses in Florida
With mosquitoes abundant across the state, some counties have been practicing mitigation strategies against the bugs. Experts ...
How will Tropical Storm Helene impact the SW Florida high school sports schedule?
The storm in the Gulf of Mexico this week will impact Southwest Florida high school sports this week. We will keep you posted ...
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No. 2 Lee County, No. 3 Thomas County Central set for high-stakes region showdown
The No. 2-ranked Lee County Trojans (5-0) are set to host the No. 3-ranked Thomas County Central Yellow Jackets (5-0) on ...