The National Hurricane Center issued a tropical storm warning for Charlotte County in its 8 a.m., Nov. 9 update on Tropical Storm Nicole.
The storm’s track has shifted slightly south, bringing countywide chances of sustained tropical storm-force winds to 40% to 50%. The earliest reasonable arrival of tropical storm-force winds is 1 p.m. today. The most likely timing is overnight, with the strongest winds expected between midnight and 6 a.m. Rainfall is forecast to be between 2-4 inches through Friday.
Hazardous marine conditions will persist throughout this event. Tides are forecast to be 3-4 feet below normal tides in Charlotte Harbor and coastal beaches today and Thursday. The tides then predicted to be 1-3 feet above normal Thursday night and Friday as winds come onshore.
All residents should actively monitor their local news sources for updates, as well as Charlotte County’s website and social media portals. Find these at www.charlottecountyfl.gov/storm, www.facebook.com/oemcharlottecounty, and www.twitter.com/ccoem.
The Emergency Operations Center remains partially activated for Tropical Storm Nicole.
The county is aware of the potential that Ian debris could become wind-borne with the possibility of tropical storm-force winds. Residents should take necessary precautions such as securing loose items in your yard and shuttering windows and doors. Debris collection continues. As of 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, our debris contractor has picked up 1.45 million cubic yards of vegetative, construction and demolition debris.
For storm-related information, call the Charlotte County Emergency Operations Center, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday at 941-833-4000 or 941-743-1320.
Tropical Storm Nicole Update From Lee County
Tropical Storm Nicole Update From Lee County
Lee County officials today provided an update on Tropical Storm Nicole.
The anticipated impacts at this time, include the following.
The county is cognizant that many residents are living in damaged homes because of Hurricane Ian or may be staying in RVs or tents on their property. The following shelter options will be available. Alico Arena is now open as a shelter and is pet-friendly. It opened at 10 a.m. today. North Fort Myers Recreation Center will open as a shelter at 7 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, and will be pet friendly. Please do not go there today, as it is a polling place.
Watch the video below or read the full recap below.
The county is committed to keeping you up to date. The county has co-located the Tropical Storm Nicole information on the Hurricane Ian website. More information is available at www.leegov.com/storm. Follow @Lee County Government on Facebook, www.facebook.com/leecountyflbocc
