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Summer's last holiday weekend is here along with a 'band of moisture' for Fort Myers area
The summer's last big holiday weekend will be marked by lightning, thunderstorms and locally high winds as a band of moisture sits over the entire region for the next week. "Summer-like weather is continuing across the area with the current setup," said Austen Flannery, a National Weather Service meteorologist in Ruskin, the office that covers the Fort Myers-Sanibel area. "If anything, it's a little bit more of a westerly flow this weekend and that might mean the thunderstorms get started earlier in the day." Flannery said there is some flow coming from off the Gulf, which will likely dictate what time rains fall each day. "I'd anticipate those thunderstorms forming in early to late afternoon and gradually moving away as the evening comes," Flannery said. "The rain will be closer to noon than 4 or 5 o'clock." No hazardous weather is expected this weekend, but, as Flannery pointed out, lightning is always a risk with thunderstorms. "It's a classic late summer setup and we're seeing more moisture pulled up from the Caribbean as the remnants of Dolly passed by us," he said. "Every storm in Florida has the potential to produce lightning, and anytime you see a storm around you
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Coastal downpours Friday morning; Wet Labor Day weekend at times
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Off and on downpours will impact coastal communities throughout the Friday morning commute. By the late afternoon, scattered storms will track inland to areas east of I-75. Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast says that you can expect a wet Labor Day weekend at times. Similar to Friday, we'll see an early start to the rain each morning. Coastal areas will be most favored for morning downpours but by the evenings, most storms will track inland.
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Heavy rain on Wednesday floods streets in Fort Myers Shores, sparking drainage concerns
FORT MYERS SHORES, Fla. — Heavy rain on Wednesday in Fort Myers Shores caused streets to flood, leaving residents to deal with waterlogged yards and raising concerns about the community's drainage system. "Within a few days, most of this, unless it keeps raining every day, which has been lately,...
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Keep animals safe during record heat
The dog days of summer are here, and Patty Baker Humane Society Naples wants to remind pet owners to take extra care to protect their dogs and cats during the extreme heat. “As temperatures and humidity continue to climb, pet owners need to be especially aware of the risks the summer heat poses to their animals,” said Becca Morris, CEO of Patty Baker Humane Society Naples. “Understanding how heat affects animals and taking a few simple preventative steps can help avoid a medical emergency and ensure pets stay safe throughout the summer.”
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Cape Coral and Tampa Face Over 3 Inches of Rain This Week as Wet Pattern Soaks Florida and Gulf Coast Through September 5
TAMPA, FLORIDA — A wet pattern will grip much of Florida and the Gulf Coast over the coming week, with the National Blend of Models forecasting total rainfall as high as 3.33 inches in Cape Coral and 3.1 inches in Tampa by 1 p.m. CT Saturday, September 5, according to the latest forecast guidance.
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Dry start Tuesday; Widespread evening storms
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Grab the rain gear as widespread storms are expected again Tuesday. Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast calls for a dry morning commute, though spotty downpours will already develop by the early afternoon. By the evening, expect widespread storms bringing heavy rain and lightning. Slow-moving storms may produce minor flooding heading into the evening commute.
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Dog Days of Summer are Behind Us
Hopefully, September will begin to cool off from those excessive temperatures offering anglers relief from the humid mornings and ridiculous water temperatures of 88 degrees plus. This in itself will allow more pleasant days on the water catching fish. High tides, strong currents and reduction in water temperatures will work together to provide ultimate conditions for catching almost any species inshore.
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City of Cape Coral urges residents to stay connected during hurricane season
As the peak of hurricane season arrives, the city of Cape Coral urges residents to take proactive steps to stay connected and informed. During an emergency, knowing where to turn for crucial updates is vital for your safety. If there is no power, internet and cell service citywide:. • The...
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Increased afternoon rain chances this week on the Gulf Coast
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Ample tropical moisture will keep rain chances very high this week. Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast calls for a very similar day to Monday on Tuesday with widespread afternoon storms. The morning hours will be pleasant and warm, but rain will build in after lunchtime. Another flood risk is in place Tuesday, as heavy rainfall is expected again. Gusty winds and frequent lightning also cannot be ruled out.
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Another round of heavy storms for the Gulf Coast Monday
FORT MYERS, Fla. — The Gulf Coast remains stuck in a stormy weather pattern this week, with widespread heavy storms expected each afternoon and evening through Friday. For today, Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast calls for a dry start and a stormy finish. Sunrise temperatures will hover in the middle 70s for most neighborhoods, climbing into the lower 90s by the early afternoon under partly to mainly sunny skies.
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Second-alarm fire tears through Tice church on Buckingham Road
LEE COUNTY, Fla. (WINK)—A second-alarm fire broke out Friday night at a church on Buckingham Road in the Tice Fire District. The fire happened at 4241 Buckingham Road around 10:25 p.m. First-arriving crews found flames burning through the roof, according to the Lehigh Acres Fire District. Lehigh crews responded...
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Lightning strikes tree near Pine Manor home, damages car and exterior walls
PINE MANOR, Fla. — Lightning struck a tree near a Pine Manor home on Saturday as severe weather impacted the entire Gulf Coast. According to the South Trail Fire Protection and Rescue Service District, lightning struck the top of the tree and traveled through to the bottom. The energy...
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Tracking afternoon and evening storms for the Gulf Coast Friday
FORT MYERS, Fla. — We'll be tracking another round of storms Friday along the Gulf Coast. Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast calls for a pretty typical rainy season day today, with a dry and sunny start giving way to scattered to widespread afternoon and evening downpours and storms. Before the rain begins, expect a dry and sunny morning with quickly rising temperatures. Afternoon highs will settle into the lower 90s for most neighborhoods, close to average for this time of year.
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Guest: Building Through the Heat
How SWFL Contractors Protect Crews During Record-Setting Summers. Ask anyone who works outdoors in Southwest Florida what this summer has felt like, and you will get some version of the same answer: relentless. The data backs that up. June 2026 finished as one of the hottest Junes on record in...