Fort Myers was devastated alongside Cape Coral by Hurricane Ian in September 2022. The historic downtown River District experienced catastrophic storm surge flooding as the Caloosahatchee River backed up from Ian's surge. Fort Myers Beach just south was virtually wiped off the map by Ian's direct strike with surge heights estimated at 15-18 feet destroying the iconic Times Square entertainment district and thousands of homes along Estero Island.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
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- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 9 / 10 Critical |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone VE (Critical Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 62 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Ian (2022) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (239) 321-7000 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-75 North, US-41 North, SR-80 East |
| Elevation | 10 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Lee County FL
Florida · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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9/10
Critical Risk