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Weather updates: Severe flood warning issued for Naples, Collier County. What to know
The Naples Daily News is monitoring the weather today in Collier County. Here's what to know: Note to reader: The most current information regarding Collier weather, alerts, and closures can be found HERE. ...
The Weather Channel has arrived in Florida. Correspondent reporting live in Naples
You know it's a big deal if someone form The Weather Channel is standing in water in a street in your neighborhood. That is the case this morning (June 12) in Naples. The Weather Channel dispatched Justin Michaels to Southwest Florida and he was providing live updates of the mega rain event hitting...
NWS: Record rains fell Tuesday in Naples. Even more rain hit Marco Island
Record rains continue to fall in the Naples area, and daytimes highs are a bit wonky with heavy cloud cover and almost constant rain. The National Weather Service is in Miami, which covers the Naples-Collier County area, said Naples set a new record for rainfall on a June 11, and Marco Island had even more rain than Naples.
Here's how much more rain to expect in your neighborhood
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A steady stream of tropical moisture will keep bringing rounds of rain and storms across Southwest Florida through Saturday. Flooding will be a big concern for our area. All of Southwest Florida remains under a Flood Watch. Some communities have already picked up over 5...
4 Collier County restaurants perfect; 3 fail inspection
You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. ...
Juneteenth in Naples: a great day to "understand and celebrate"
This Saturday, two events across Collier and Lee County will celebrate the most recently adopted federal holiday: Juneteenth. The two events welcome everyone who wishes to attend. When is Juneteenth, what is it and other facts. President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Act in 2021, making Juneteenth the...
Heavy rainfall expected in South Florida with up to a foot of rain in some areas through Saturday
After a period of scorched skies and parched landscapes, widespread showers are converging on South Florida in torrents that could bring more than a half-foot of rainfall through Wednesday. The National Weather Service in Miami said flood watches are likely early this week but may continue through Friday as a pattern shift allows...
You can still get severe weather supplies tax-free ahead of flooding. Here's what you need
Florida's disaster preparedness sales tax holiday started at the beginning of the month. The holiday was created to encourage Floridians to get their severe weather kits prepared early in case of summer storms. As Collier County and Lee County prepare for potential flooding this week, you can still take advantage...
Heavy rain impacting Marco Island
Tuesday’s rain was rough on Marco Island, making parking lots resemble lakes. WINK News took our live truck across Marco Island on Tuesday through neighborhoods, side streets and along canals. As WINK News reporter Haley Zarcone waded through the ankle-deep water, she noticed the water levels rising the further...
Businesses in Collier County forced to adapt due to rainy weather
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — With an anticipated 10-15 inches of rain in the coming days, local businesses in Collier County are being forced to adapt to manage the weather. "It's going to cause us to be really slow. Not a lot of business, not a lot of people wanting to go out on the boats, which, you know, I can understand, but it definitely affects the business. It does hurt us," said Nick Matson, the manager of Joey D's Charters at the Hyatt House in downtown Naples.
Best French fries in Collier County? Tell us your favorite then cast your ballot next week
Now that national hamburger day has come and gone, we’re turning our attention to its loyal companion ― fries. National French Fry Day is July 12 and we want to honor these deep-fried delights. With soooo many good ones out there ― from a paper bag full of...
Tuesday washout in Southwest Florida
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A Flood Watch is in effect for Collier, Glades and Hendry Counties until noon on Thursday. Widespread rain has already set up over SWFL early this morning. With a front stalled to our north and deep tropical moisture driving in from the south to meet it we'll keep that widespread rain locked in throughout the day.
After complaints, Collier looks to fix unreliable ride service for disabled residents
Amid complaints, Collier commissioners have vowed to improve the county's transportation services for disabled residents. Before approving a nearly $1 million federal grant for six new buses for CATConnect on Tuesday, commissioners learned of logistical and operational problems from sight-challenged riders who rely on the door-to-door service. While the riders...
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