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Schwartzel Wins Costly Southwest Florida GOP Primary for CD 19
politics10 days ago

Schwartzel Wins Costly Southwest Florida GOP Primary for CD 19

Jim Schwartzel captured the Republican nomination in Florida’s 19th Congressional District after a heated, heavily funded primary against Catalina Lauf, leading 29% to 22% as most precincts reported. Lauf benefited from a Trump endorsement but couldn’t close the gap. The race featured outsized spending by several candidates, with Schwartzel’s team noting the district’s GOP lean (about 64% voted for Trump in 2024). Schwartzel now advances to the general against Democrat Victor Arias in a contest regarded as favorable to Republicans.

via Florida Politics|
#campaign-spending#catalina-lauf#cd-19
NHC Boosts 91L Development Odds to 80%, Florida Forecast Focuses on Showers
weather1 month ago

NHC Boosts 91L Development Odds to 80%, Florida Forecast Focuses on Showers

The National Hurricane Center’s 8 AM update raises Invest 91L’s development odds to 80% over the next 2–7 days. Hurricane Hunters will investigate today to check for a defined center and pressure. Regardless of development, the system is expected to move northwest away from Southwest Florida but will bring rounds of scattered showers and thunderstorms today and likely tomorrow, with gusts up to 30 mph along the coast. A Rip Current Statement is in effect for Sarasota, Lee, and Charlotte counties, and WINK News will have the latest on Invest 91L throughout the morning.

via WINK News|
#invest-91l#nhc-update#rip-currents
Southwest Florida braces for a wetter weekend as scattered storms loom
weather1 month ago

Southwest Florida braces for a wetter weekend as scattered storms loom

A unsettled Gulf pattern will bring a wetter weekend to Southwest Florida with scattered showers and storms possible any time, breezy afternoons, and high temps in the upper 80s to low 90s. Rain chances are about 60% on Saturday and 50% on Sunday, with offshore breezes. A disturbance in the Gulf has a small chance of tropical development over the next week.

via WINK News|
#southwest-florida#storms#tropical-disturbance
real-estate2 years ago

Florida Snowbird Haven Hit Hard by Soaring Home Insurance Rates

Homeowners in Florida's southwestern coast, known for its fast growth and affordable housing, are struggling to sell properties due to soaring home insurance rates, exacerbated by Hurricane Ian in 2022. This has led to falling home prices and a buyer's market, impacting the region's real estate industry. The insurance crisis, along with high mortgage rates and a surge in multi-family residential projects, has contributed to the decline in housing demand and affordability, prompting some residents to seek less costly areas.

via Financial Post|
#florida#home-insurance#hurricane-ian
"Severe Storms Sweep Across Florida, Causing Power Outages and Heavy Rain"
weather2 years ago

"Severe Storms Sweep Across Florida, Causing Power Outages and Heavy Rain"

Over 8,000 power outages were reported in Lee and Collier counties in Southwest Florida due to a line of strong storms, with the area under a level 2 out of 5 risk of severe weather. The storms could produce strong wind gusts, heavy rain, and a potential for tornadoes. As of 3:30 p.m., power outages in Lee and Collier counties have been restored, with no outages reported in Charlotte County.

via Wink News|
#lee-and-collier-counties#power-outages#severe-weather
"Severe Sunday Storms: Southwest and South Florida Weather Alerts"
weather2 years ago

"Severe Sunday Storms: Southwest and South Florida Weather Alerts"

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Southwest Florida until 2 p.m. Sunday, with potential threats including tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, and large hail. Florida Power & Light reported power outages in Collier and Lee counties as the storm passed through the region. The NWS forecast indicates a complex of strong-severe thunderstorms sweeping eastward across mainland southern Florida and the Keys, with the tornado watch area extending along and 75 statute miles either side of a line from northwest of Miami to west southwest of Key West.

via Naples Daily News|
#national-weather-service#power-outages#severe-thunderstorms
Weather Update: Weekend Rain Recovery and Diminishing Storm Threat
weather2 years ago

Weather Update: Weekend Rain Recovery and Diminishing Storm Threat

Southwest Florida experienced heavy rain and storm surge, causing street and home flooding. The region will see a drop in temperatures throughout the week, with Monday struggling to reach the low 70s and overnight temperatures dropping into the upper 40s and low 50s. However, temperatures will gradually rise throughout the remainder of the week.

via Wink News|
#cold-weather#rain-recovery#southwest-florida
weather2 years ago

Chilly Weather Alert: Cold Front Brings Scattered Storms and Strong North Wind to South Florida

A cold front is bringing frigid temperatures to Southwest Florida, with highs in the upper 60s to lower 70s on Monday and lows in the upper 40s to low 50s on Tuesday. Wednesday will see a milder start with some humidity and a chance of showers in the afternoon and evening. Stay updated with the weather forecast on WINK News.

via Wink News|
#cold-front#forecast#southwest-florida
lifestyle2 years ago

"Find Your Perfect Christmas Tree at Open Lots and Tents in Southwest Florida, West Sacramento, and Beyond"

Christmas tree lots have opened in Southwest Florida, with Uncles Al's Christmas Trees offering a wide selection of trees for sale. Owner Al Mueller advises shoppers to act fast as the trees sell out quickly. Prices range from $40 to $300, and the busiest day for tree shopping is the day after Thanksgiving. Mueller's Christmas tree tent is located in Fort Myers, with another location in Cape Coral.

via Wink News|
#christmas-trees#holiday-season#lifestyle
environment3 years ago

"Florida's Coral Reefs: Urgent Rescue Mission Needed as Heat Turns Them Ghostly White"

Coral reefs in Southwest Florida are being devastated by extreme heat, with surface temperatures reaching over 100 degrees in July. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) estimates that 90% of the reef structure has been lost since the 1980s. Coral restoration efforts offer some hope, but the ongoing marine heat wave has caused significant bleaching, leading to the death of many coral colonies. The loss of coral coverage will have long-term consequences for the local ecosystem, including increased vulnerability to rising sea levels and more powerful storms. Reefs, which cover less than 1% of the ocean, are crucial habitats for 25% of marine species.

via Wink News|
#bleaching#climate-change#coral-reefs
Mysterious Floating Balloons Puzzle SWFL Residents
technology3 years ago

Mysterious Floating Balloons Puzzle SWFL Residents

Balloons spotted floating over Southwest Florida have raised questions among residents. The balloons belong to tech company Near Space Labs, which aims to democratize geospatial data and address issues like urbanization and climate change through aerial imagery. The weather balloons capture pictures of the Earth from the sky, and their recent sightings have sparked curiosity and speculation among locals.

via Wink News|
#balloons#geospatial-data#near-space-labs
"Water Expert Warns of Brain-Eating Amoeba Outbreak in Southwest Florida"
health3 years ago

"Water Expert Warns of Brain-Eating Amoeba Outbreak in Southwest Florida"

A water expert from FGCU's Water School has warned swimmers in Southwest Florida about the presence of brain-eating amoeba, which thrives in warm and wet environments. The amoeba can be found in fresh water bodies such as rivers, puddles, mud, and poorly maintained swimming pools with low chlorine levels. It poses a serious threat if it enters the body through the nose, potentially causing a fatal infection. To prevent infection, swimmers are advised to avoid jumping or diving directly into the water, wear a nose clip, and seek immediate medical attention if symptoms such as headaches, stiff neck, nausea, or vomiting occur. Texas currently leads in the number of cases in the US, followed by Florida.

via Wink News|
#brain-eating-amoeba#fatal-risks#health