FORT MYERS, Fla. (WFTX) — Fox 4 is in communities across Southwest Florida to bring you the latest updates as Hurricane Milton approaches. Our team will be keeping track of important information for you and your family in one space.
Tuesday, 4:45 p.m.
Finding gas in North Port is becoming more difficult. However, the state says it's working to expedite refuels.
In Gov. Ron DeSantis' latest update, he said at least 43 fuel trucks were given police escort to get to stations as soon as possible. He said more than 1.2 million gallons of gas and diesel are arriving today.
He also said the state has 268,000 gallons of diesel and 110,000 gallons of gasoline on standby.
Unfortunately, some stations are already wrapping pumps in plastic until Milton passes.
Others are already on cash only and set to close soon.
Update from Collier County
Collier County Public Schools announces school will be closed through Friday, Oct. 11. As of Tuesday, class will resume on Monday, Oct. 14.
Collier County Public Schools will extend school and District office closures through Friday (10/11) in order to ensure facilities are safe and routes to schools are clear after Hurricane Milton. We encourage you to continue monitoring your email, our District website… pic.twitter.com/BNRmjD7yOC
— Collier County Public Schools (@collierschools) October 8, 2024
Tuesday, 3:15 p.m.
State leaders provided an update on Hurricane Milton.
Tuesday, 2:30 p.m.
Sanibel Mayor Richard Johnson has mandated that everyone— including residents, tourists and others— evacuate the islandbefore 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Watch the video below to see how neighbors are preparing.
Check the following for more evacuation information in your county:
