Are the Florida Keys safe from hurricane Ian?
Are the Florida Keys safe from hurricane Ian? The Florida Keys was spared much of the damage that Hurricane Ian inflicted on Fort Myers and other areas of the state's Gulf Coast, but the powerful storm brought significant surge to the island chain, forcing well-known beaches to close. Most have reopened after repairs.
Are Marco Island beaches closed?
Are the beaches closed? Beaches on Marco Island are open.
When was the last hurricane in Florida 2023?
Idalia made landfall at Keaton Beach in Florida's Big Bend area (wind speeds around 125 mph) as a Category 3 hurricane on Aug. 30, after briefly undergoing a rapid intensification to a Category 4 storm overnight. This area had not been hit by a strong storm in 125 years.
How often do hurricanes hit Key West?
Key West, like Miami, has a 16 percent chance of being impacted by a hurricane during any Atlantic hurricane season. Known as the Southernmost City in the Continental United States, Key West is directly impacted by a hurricane every 6.04 years, according to Hurricane City.
Are Naples beaches open after Ian?
BEACH ACCESS UPDATE The City of Naples has reopened 35 of the 40 beach accesses and a small section of the pier. Please remember, there is still debris in the water and buried 6-inches or more under the sand. Beach goers should wear protective footwear and are advised not to swim.
What was the worst hurricane to hit the Keys?
On September 2, 1935, Labor Day, the hurricane reached a peak intensity of 892 mb. The hurricane made landfall later that night as a Category 5 storm, crossing the Florida Keys between Key West and Miami, FL. As it made landfall, the hurricane delivered maximum sustained winds of approximately 298 km/h (185 mph).
Has Marco Island recovered?
Marco Island officials say the area is in good shape six months after the hurricane. “In terms of recovery, from the city point of view, we're certainly 100 percent,” said McNees.
When not to visit Key West?
August is the hottest month in Key West, with average temperatures ranging from an average high of 91 to a low of 81 degrees. The humidity is also quite high, with plenty of rainfall. For those sensitivy to humidity and weary of rain, August is probably the worst time to visit Key West.