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26.71°N -81.75°W
Fort Myers Shores, Florida
Lee Co.
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- 02Pre-pick a destinationFriend, family, hotel, or pet-friendly Red Cross shelter inland. Avoid deciding last-minute.
- 03Build a 3-day go-kitWater, meds, documents, chargers, cash. Keep it by your bedroom door.
- 04Verify on the official mapBoundaries can change between seasons. The state map is always the final word.
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About Fort Myers Shores.
Fort Myers Shores, Florida, being a coastal community in a hurricane-prone region, is susceptible to significant impact from tropical weather systems. Its close proximity to the coast and relatively low elevation render it vulnerable to hurricane-induced storm surges, extreme rainfall, and high winds. Storm surge can lead to destructive flooding, particularly when a hurricane coincides with a high tide. The community's low elevation also exacerbates their flood risk from heavy rainfall, which can lead to inland flooding causes extensive property damage and life-threatening conditions.
Historically, Fort Myers Shores has experienced impacts from notable hurricanes. Hurricane Charley in 2004 and Hurricane Irma in 2017 are two major hurricanes that have directly impacted the area in the last 30 years. Hurricane Charley was a category 4 storm at landfall, bringing high winds and storm surge, while Hurricane Irma, a category 3 storm at its nearest approach, caused extensive flood damage due to its large size and heavy rainfall. Each of these storms showcased the vulnerability of Fort Myers Shores to both wind and water damage. Preparation for future storms should take into account the potential for similar conditions and risks.
Fort Myers Shores, Florida, being a coastal community in a hurricane-prone region, is susceptible to significant impact from tropical weather systems. Its close proximity to the coast and relatively low elevation render it vulnerable to hurricane-induced storm surges, extreme rainfall, and high winds. Storm surge can lead to destructive flooding, particularly when a hurricane coincides with a high tide. The community's low elevation also exacerbates their flood risk from heavy rainfall, which can lead to inland flooding causes extensive property damage and life-threatening conditions. Historically, Fort Myers Shores has experienced impacts from notable hurricanes. Hurricane Charley in 2004 and Hurricane Irma in 2017 are two major hurricanes that have directly impacted the area in the last 30 years. Hurricane Charley was a category 4 storm at landfall, bringing high winds and storm surge, while Hurricane Irma, a category 3 storm at its nearest approach, caused extensive flood damage due to its large size and heavy rainfall. Each of these storms showcased the vulnerability of Fort Myers Shores to both wind and water damage. Preparation for future storms should take into account the potential for similar conditions and risks.
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