The City experienced approximately 6 feet of storm surge last night. Fortunately, all warnings and watches, including the driving curfew, for the City of Naples have now been lifted. However, recovery efforts are ongoing, and we need your cooperation. Several roads remain covered in up to five feet of sand.
Emergency Crews at Work: Our first responders and emergency teams are hard at work assessing damage, clearing streets, and unclogging storm drains. Please be alert for workers on the roadways.
Community Updates: - Traffic Intersections: All traffic lights are operational.
- Road Conditions: Many areas are impassable or difficult to navigate. We urge drivers to avoid the following roads to allow emergency crews to work safely:
- Gordon Drive, south of 18th Avenue South
- Gulf Shore Boulevard, south of Banyan Boulevard (Lowdermilk Park)
- Much of Crayton Road remains underwater
- Leeward Lane is impassable
- Old Naples, west of 2nd Street
- Closures: All beach ends, including the Naples Pier and Lowdermilk Park, are CLOSED until further notice.
- City Offices: Offices and facilities will resume normal operations tomorrow, October 11th.
- Drinking Water: City drinking water utilities are fully operational.
- Swim Advisory: The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) has issued a SWIM ADVISORY for our area. For details, please review the FDOH press release.
- FDOH Urges Floridians to Avoid Floodwaters and Prevent Exposure to Vibrio Vulnificus
Resident Clean-up Alert: - Stormwater System: Please avoid pressure washing driveways or draining swimming pools until streets are fully cleared. Our stormwater system was overwhelmed last night, and we need to prevent additional water from entering the system.
- Collection Services: The Collier County landfill is CLOSED; City collection services are suspended until Monday, October 14th.
- Debris Removal: Do NOT place debris (including horticulture or construction materials) in the City’s right-of-way until collection services resume.
- Home Damage: Removal of wet drywall up to 4 feet, damaged cabinets, carpeting, and baseboards is allowed without a permit. Replacing these items will require a building permit and a FEMA NFIP review for Substantial Damage. Please document any damage with photographs to help facilitate the inspection process. If more extensive repairs are needed, additional inspections may be required. Visit the Building Department webpage for more information.
- Power Outages: For power outage updates, please visit FPLMaps.com.
Electric Vehicles & Lithium Battery Warning: Lithium-ion batteries, used in electric vehicles, can become extremely hazardous when exposed to moisture, particularly salt water. These batteries can self-heat, leading to the release of toxic gases, fires, or even explosions.
If you suspect your electric vehicle has been exposed to water or saltwater, or has sustained damage, do not approach the vehicle, attempt to charge or drive it, or store it indoors or near any structures. Saltwater exposure can cause short-circuiting, overheating, and sudden fires, often without warning. Such fires can spread quickly within structures, putting lives and property at risk.
Residents are strongly advised to consult an electrician before charging electric vehicles or using mounted chargers in garages, as there may be hidden damage to the vehicle or charging equipment. |
