LEE COUNTY, Fla. — You can keep up with the latest Milton track here.
Turn your irrigation system off before you leave, Sanibel & Captiva residents.
The Island Water Association says it will temporarily shut down the area's treatment plant late Tuesday night, and use a limited amount of stores water on the island. That's why they say "it is critical that residents turn off irrigation systems before evacuating the island" in an effort to avoid quickly depleting the stored water. Their return date is unknown at this time.
"Residents are encouraged to turn water off to their properties before they evacuate. Water can be turned off at the meter or backflow device, if one is on the property."
Bonita Springs update from leaders
- The Imperial River is currently at 10.34 feet.
- Crews are clearing storm drains to prepare for Milton.
- They will pick up debris Monday and Tuesday, but do not put out additional debris at this time.
- Bonita Springs Fire District says it will not go out and make rescues during the hurricane.
Lee Tran update for people living in Bonita Springs
Evacuation Zone Information:
Noon Update from Lee County Leaders
- Mandatory evacuation of Zones A & B. Residents are required to leave by Tuesday evening. You can find your zone here. The county says this evacuation impacts about 416,000 residents.
- Leaders are in the process of opening shelters, including Island Coast High School, Dunbar High School and the Estero Recreation Center.
- All shelters accept pets and must be on a leash or in a crate. You can find shelter information here.
- Lee Tran has suspended fares - effective immediately.
- Tolls on all Lee County bridges have been suspended.
- Solid waste is suspended Tuesday and Thursday.
University Closure
"The Rasmussen University Fort Myers campus will close Tuesday and Wednesday due to Hurricane Milton. Please see the attached media alert for additional information."
Sand Locations
Check with these locations to ensure that sand is still available before you go.
Mandatory Evacuation for Fort Myers Beach
The Town of Fort Myers Beach has issued a Mandatory Evacuation for the entire Island.
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