COVID-19 has made things quieter on Fort Myers Beach.

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Collier County, Naples, Marco Island implement beach restrictions ahead of Fourth of July weekend, Lee County schools to distribute Chromebooks to students who need them, Career Source closing offices across SWFL. "I'm just glad the beach is open.".

Businesses on Fort Myers Beach are waiting to see if the town decides to shut down beaches or leave them open for Independence Day weekend. Sign up for our news and weather alerts and download our apps to get Southwest Florida news first. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Additionally, all business operators, employees and customers must wear a face covering while inside the business. The all-new Audi Q3 Sportback. ", More: Here's what is closed or has changed amid COVID-19 concerns.
We didn’t have much time to chat with businesses as they got ready to shut down, but some said shutting down beaches is like cutting off a lifeline to them. This wide shoreline gently slopes into the Gulf of Mexico. FORT MYERS BEACH, FLA — Thursday night was the indefinite end of "business as usual" on Fort Myers Beach, for many looking to escape coronavirus anxiety. Coming over the Matanzas Pass Bridge Tuesday, the lack of bright yellow, blue and red parasails was noticeable and, coming down to the beach itself, the dearth of jet skis zipping hither and yon across the waves cast a quiet blanket over what is usually a raucous zone. "That is parasails, jet skis, chair rentals. If you are ready to make the beach your home, you will find information you can trust on Fort Myers Beach area real estate. “If you can go to the big box stores, like, we can go to the beach and keep a safe distance,” said Paula Jenkinson in Fort Myers.

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Fort Myers Beach Town Council meets Wednesday when it could decide the fate of town beaches for the holiday weekend.

Only at IKEA. I hope they don’t close them.”, “I came all the way from Texas to go to the beach, so I’ll be bummed if I don’t get to go to the beach,” Hestand said. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-106099802', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Panhandle, This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States.

Write CSS OR LESS and hit save. (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? This family beach also features a fishing pier and a boardwalk nature trail (closed Fridays) winding through native wetlands. Take the opportunity to work with the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce to create a unique advertising experience for your business. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. Fort Myers Beach, on Estero Island, is easily one of the region’s best beaches, sharing a name with the city itself. In Charlotte County, it was announced Friday morning that all beaches would be closed beginning Sunday at 6 a.m. The earlier Fort Myers Beach suspension put the kibosh on a lot of the activities that spilled across the beach and kept visitors, especially during spring break, busy. In addition, our “Services” page is full of trusted Chamber members providing the services you need.

Out at Rudy's Treasure Chest on the pier, owner John Scanlon said business has been good and said there's a been a lot of "whining" about the virus. Beachgoers are disappointed but say they understand the decision. Fort Myers Beach Town Hall 2525 Estero Boulevard Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Phone: 239-765-0202 Fax: 239-765-0909 Parking 239-463-5888 Water Dept 239-463-9914 Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - … I have my employees to think about.". Deep Sea Fishing, Cottages Of Paradise Point The closure affects Englewood Beach and Port Charlotte Beach. The majority of the cruise will be through slow waterways along the intracoastal along Fort Myers Beach. Ingream said adults should be able to make their own decisions, but added a caveat. Our helpful staff can provide you with trusted local tourist information. The business community on this island has been very cooperative.". "Our expectations are they'll probably shut the beach down," he said.

The main attraction though is our seven miles of sugar-sand beaches providing the perfect vacation spot! The couple, Fort Myers Beach residents, had just walked down to Times Square. “But, again, we have a pool at the condominium,” Guarnero said.
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“The last time a couple of months ago when they close up the beaches down in Miami, everybody came over for that, and that was just a madhouse,” Guarnero said.

"I think things are being blown out of proportion," Deb Delagrade said. Restaurants with outdoor seating permitted have also been asked to comply with the 50-person capacity number. Write CSS OR LESS and hit save. To support important local journalism like this, please consider becoming a digital subscriber. "Yesterday, (Town Manager Roger Helmstadt) suspended the permits of our beach vendors," Fort Myers Beach Mayor Anita Cereceda said. 25th amendment: What happens if Trump withdraws from election after Covid diagnosis? Mask Acne: Is It Real?

Gary Tessman, a Connecticut man who came to Florida to visit his mother in Cape Coral, was a little disappointed he couldn't hit Disney or see races at the Homestead track but said he was doing fine just visiting the beach. • Broward County, which includes Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood Beach, Dania Beach, Las Olas Beach, Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach, will be closed July 3-5. “It’s hard for this area because tourism is at its height right now. A representative of Mango Rita's, one of several restaurants in Times Square that also serve alcohol, said the 5 p.m. closure edict doesn't affect them since they are not a bar. Click the button below to see deals from our members. They are telling spring breakers to just stay home.

Your family will enjoy the white sand beaches and the delicious dining options downtown and along the beach. Beachfront Accommodations. Now available. I know that, but it’s a protective measure,” said Cape Coral resident Laurie Sulzbach. "Everyone has been so nice," Richmond said. The Fort Myers Beach Chamber provides the best vacation travel information keeping you up to date on what’s hot.