Hurricane Milton
5:00 PM National Weather Service Advisory
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Hurricane Milton has strengthened again into a Category 5 hurricane. Milton is expected to remain a major storm until it makes landfall and poses life-threatening risks to parts of Florida's west coast, including Naples, with impacts to our area beginning early tomorrow afternoon.
As of the 5:00 PM National Weather Service advisory, Milton is 480 miles SW of Tampa, Florida, and approximately 420 miles southwest of Naples, Florida. The storm is moving east at 9 mph with maximum sustained winds of 165 mph.
Due to anticipated heavy rainfall, 3-foot high tides, and incoming storm surge, the City of Naples will implement a mandatory driving curfew starting at 4:00 PM tomorrow. Only essential personnel with proper credentials are exempt.
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Mandatory Evacuations for Zones A & B: Effective NOW | |
- ALL properties in Zones A & B
- Click here to view Flood Zones A and B
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Residents need to get to higher ground. Even if you are on an upper floor of a condominium (above the surge line), we strongly urge you to evacuate. Once the surge comes in, our first responders will not be able to rescue you or respond to medical emergencies.
- Evacuations do not require leaving the state - just moving inland to safer areas.
- Residents should try to be in a safe location before noon tomorrow, October 9th.
- Collier County Shelters are open. Click the button below for shelter information.
- Do you need a ride to a shelter?
- FDEM has partnered with Uber to provide Floridians with free rides to & from shelters.
- Open the Uber app,
- tap ACCOUNT on the bottom right & tap Wallet.
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Add promo code MILTONRELIEF
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NOTE: All Collier Area Transit (CAT) services will be suspended for Wednesday, October 9th.
Condominiums with Elevators - Important Information
To protect elevator equipment and prevent people from getting stuck, please secure your elevators properly during the storm. Once your building is evacuated or all occupants who plan to evacuate have left, raise the elevator to an upper floor and shut it off. If you are unsure how to do this or are unable to, please contact a maintenance professional or an elevator technician for assistance.
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The following Watches and Warnings are in effect for our area:
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A Flood Watch is in effect through October 10, 2024. A Flood Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding. It does not mean flooding will occur, but it is possible.
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A Hurricane Watch which is an announcement that sustained winds of 64 knots (74 mph or 119 km/hr) or higher are possible within the specified area in association with a tropical, subtropical, or post-tropical cyclone.
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A Storm Surge Warning which means means there is a danger of life-threatening inundation, from rising water moving inland from the coastline, during the next 36 hours in the indicated locations.
City Closures and Important Notifications:
- ALL beach ends, the Naples Pier, the Pier parking lot, and City parks are CLOSED.
- City offices and facilities are closed Tuesday, October 8th through Thursday, October 10th.
- The 4th Avenue South Public Parking Garage is FULL.
- Any Electric Vehicles (EVs) parked on the 1st floor of the parking garage, and any vehicles blocking elevators and exits, will be towed.
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On Wednesday, October 9th at 4:00 PM, during the mandatory driving curfew, the City will disable 10 traffic intersections in flood-prone areas to prevent equipment damage. If you approach a non-operational intersection, treat it as a 4-way STOP. There will be no temporary STOP signs, so stay alert and avoid driving if possible.
- Intersections that will be disabled:
- Broad Ave S & 3rd St S
- Broad Ave S & 8th St S
- 10th Ave S & 9th St S
- 6th Ave S & 10th St S
- 6th Ave S & 9th St S
- 5th Ave S & 3rd St S
- 5th Ave S & 8th St S
- Park Shore Dr & Gulf Shore Blvd N
- Park Shore Dr & Crayton Rd
- Banyan Blvd & Gulf Shore Blvd N
- Best methods for reporting both emergencies and non-emergencies:
- The Naples Police Department reminds everyone to dial 911 for emergencies, whether during a hurricane or normal conditions.
- For non-emergencies, such as roadway obstructions or downed power lines, call 239-213-3000.
- DO NOT use email, apps, or social media, as they are not monitored 24/7 and may delay our response. Contact the department directly for prompt assistance.
Solid Waste Update
- All debris and carts must be secured.
- Effective Wednesday, October 9th, ALL collection services (Garbage, Recycling, and Horticulture) have been suspended until further notice.
- Commercial businesses and multi-residential complexes should ensure all dumpster enclosure gates are closed and secured.
Water & Sewer Update
- Power outages are anticipated – water and sewer service may be temporarily impacted.
- Please keep water usage to a minimum.
- For temporary interruptions in service, please be patient as the City will need to prioritize emergency repairs.
- As a safety reminder, please do not approach our sewer lift stations or portable generators, or remove sewer manhole covers.
Stay informed by regularly checking local news outlets, the National Hurricane Center, and the National Weather Service - Miami Office. Additional updates will be provided tomorrow.
Stay safe Naples!
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Potential Storm Surge Flooding for Naples, Florida
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Electric Vehicles (EV) & Golf Carts
Due to anticipated flooding in our area, residents should avoid parking any electric vehicles, including golf carts, in low-lying areas or parking garages (underground or above ground). EV's should not be stored in a structure where they will be or could be exposed to flood waters. If you are unable to park your vehicle in an area of high ground, then park it outside at least 50 feet away from any structures.
Per Florida DEP: Not all EV batteries will incur damage after flooding but it can happen, particularly with saltwater. Users should be aware that smoke or strange noises from the battery could be an indication of battery damage, but a battery also could be damaged without immediately showing those signs. NFPA Safety Bulletin on Submerged Hybrid Vehicles/EVs If an EV lithium battery is suspected to have been damaged by flooding, particularly an EV or hybrid vehicle battery, the owner should not attempt to charge or drive the vehicle. Residents should not go near any damaged electric vehicles. EV vehicles with damaged lithium batteries should not be stored indoors or near structures in case the battery does spark a fire or is venting hazardous gases. The vehicle should be towed and checked by the dealer or a mechanic certified for hybrids or EVs before the vehicle is used. The recommended distance between EV vehicles with damaged lithium batteries is 15 meters (50 feet). If an EV has sustained damage and cannot be towed, request assistance from emergency responders to safely disconnect the battery pack from the vehicle. dealer or a mechanic certified for hybrids or EVs before using it. The recommended distance between EV vehicles with damaged lithium batteries is 15 meters (50ft).
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Never walk or drive in the flood waters. Many people are killed by driving or walking on roads and bridges that are covered by water. Even though the water might look only inches deep, it could be much deeper and have strong currents. It takes only two feet of water to carry a car away, and only six inches of swiftly moving water to sweep a person off their feet.
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Find an alternate route around the flooded area. If you are approaching a flooded roadway, turn around and take an alternate route, even though vehicles in front of you may have passed through the high water.
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Don't assume your vehicle is safe. High water in streets and intersections will quickly stall motor vehicles. Most trucks, four-wheel drives, and sport utility vehicles are susceptible to being swept away by high water.
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Never stay with your car in a flooded area. If your car stalls, abandon it immediately and climb to higher ground. Many deaths have resulted from individuals attempting to move stalled vehicles.
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Safety First: Do not attempt to surf, water ride, or engage in similar activities on medians, easements, and roadways. This is extremely dangerous and may result in police enforcement actions.
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