Plywood shortage could have many seeking alternative for protection during hurricane season

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Construction, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

FORT MYERS, Fla.– For many of us, it’s either plywood or storm shutters to keep windows safe from a storm. Plywood is traditionally the cheaper of the two options but that isn’t the case this year. Prices for 4×8 sheets have more than doubled. Paul Werner, who owns PW Home Services, said he doesn’t think most people could afford plywood right now if a storm was headed toward Southwest Florida. Prices for some plywood is quickly approaching $100, after sawmills shutdown lumber production during the pandemic in fear of a housing crunch that never happened. “It’s...

Blue-green algae bloom detected in Orange River & two Lee County boat ramps

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

LEE COUNTY, Fla. – – Health officials have issued a health alert after detecting blue-green algae blooms at Alva and Davis boat ramps and Orange River at Manatee Park. The Florida Department of Health in Lee County issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins at all three locations Tuesday. All residents and visitors are being asked not to drink, swim, wade, use personal watercraft, water ski, or boat in waters where visible blooms exist. Local health officials said anyone who has come in contact with algae or discolored smelly water, should wash their...

Two sea turtles being treated at CROW on Sanibel

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA – Two sea turtles are in recovery at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife on Sanibel. A green sea turtle was rescued on May 21 after it was found floating and suffering from symptoms of red tide. Wildlife experts said the turtle also had a shell deformity that could have been the result of a birth defect or past trauma. CROW said the deformity won’t prevent the sea turtle from being released once it’s ready. The other turtle that was rescued was a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle that was found floating. Once it was admitted to CROW, the sea turtle...

Man caught on camera spray-painting Cape Coral family’s Ring camera

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

CAPE CORAL, Fla. – A Cape Coral homeowner said a man was caught on camera spraying his Ring surveillance camera with spray paint twice. The home is located near Pelican Boulevard and SW 44th Street. The homeowner said the paint ruined the camera and left paint on the house. The post Man caught on camera spray-painting Cape Coral family’s Ring camera appeared first on NBC2 News. NBC2 (WBBH-TV)

Plane crashes near Alligator Alley in Collier County

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — A plane went down near Interstate 75 in Collier County, officials said. Two people were on board the single-engine plane that crashed two miles south of I-75 near mile marker 55, according to Greater Naples Fire Rescue officials. WATCH LIVE: Rescue crews with the Greater Naples Fire Rescue, Collier County Sheriff’s Office and Collier County EMS responded to the crash. Both people inside the plane were taken away from the scene in a rescue helicopter. No injuries have been reported. The post Plane crashes near Alligator Alley in Collier County appeared...

Buy a brick paver to be placed at new fire station in Ave Maria

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

IMMOKALEE, Fla. — The Immokalee Fire Control District is in the process of building a new facility. The new building will be on Useppa Drive in Ave Maria. It will house the fire rescue department as well as administrative employees. Rescue crews with Collier County EMS and the Collier County Sheriff’s Office will be able to share the space. Construction is expected to be complete by mid-August. The Immokalee Fire District is holding a fundraiser where they are selling pavers that will be laid in the front of the new Fire Station. If you would like to put in an order for a personalized...

Naples Beach Hotel lawsuit delaying development

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — The Naples Beach Hotel looks different with no trespassing signs and caution tape surrounding the hotel. The hotel is closed and development is paused due to a new lawsuit, which could delay improvements for even longer. Gregory Myers filed the suit at the end of May. He lives on Gulf Shore Boulevard and said that his property rights have been violated. Myers doesn’t technically own the land, but claims to have an interest in it. In the suit, Myers claims that he has a right to an unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico. He also wants no changes to...

The future of how LeeWay collects tolls will be decided Tuesday

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — The coronavirus pandemic changed a lot of things, including how we travel around our community. Removing toll booth attendants was an early move by community leaders in an attempt to help slow the spread of COVID-19. But now, even as more people are vaccinated against COVID, some Lee County Commissioners want to discuss keeping the tolls electronic. County officials have said that travel times have decreased since switching to an entirely electronic model. “You don’t have to scramble for your change or look through your purse, you don’t have to go...

Forecast: Staying hot with a few storms

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

The warm trend continues as highs soar to the mid-90s today with overnight lows gradually falling into the 70s. Dew points will remain high with no relief in humidity in sight. The best chance for hit or miss showers and storms comes this afternoon and evening though there will still be many areas that remain dry. The National Hurricane Center has increased the chance of development for an area in the southwestern Caribbean to a 30% chance of organizing over the next 5 days. The NBC2 Weather Team will keep you updated on air and online. The post Forecast: Staying hot with a few...

Fort Myers Police Chief Diggs’ contract extended by city council

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on June 8, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

FORT MYERS, Fla.– The Fort Myers City Council has extended Fort Myers Police Chief Diggs’ contract. The contract was set to expire in August. Chief Diggs joined the council meeting through Zoom when he was asked if he would like to stay in Fort Myers, Monday night. “While these are challenging times my commitment to improving the public safety in the city of Fort Myers is unwavered,” said Diggs. Diggs and the City Manager still need to work out the details of his contract. The post Fort Myers Police Chief Diggs’ contract extended by city council appeared first...

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