*BREAKING: Cape Coral Under Hurricane, Storm Surge Warnings as Powerful Storm Approaches*

*BREAKING: Cape Coral Under Hurricane, Storm Surge Warnings as Powerful Storm Approaches*

*BREAKING: Cape Coral Under Hurricane, Storm Surge Warnings as Powerful Storm Approaches*

 

Cape Coral, FL – A Hurricane Warning and Storm Surge Warning have been issued for Cape Coral, Florida, as a powerful storm threatens to bring catastrophic winds and flooding to the area.

 

*National Weather Service Alert*

 

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hurricane Warning for Cape Coral, effective until [time]. A Storm Surge Warning has also been issued, with forecasters predicting a potential storm surge of [height] feet.

 

*Storm Details*

 

– Storm Name: [Storm Name]

– Category: [Category]

– Wind Speed: [Wind Speed] mph

– Expected Landfall: [Time]

– Storm Surge: [Height] feet

 

*City Response*

 

Cape Coral Mayor, [Mayor’s Name], has declared a state of emergency, urging residents to take immediate action.

 

“We are taking this storm very seriously,” said Mayor [Mayor’s Name]. “Please, if you are ordered to evacuate, do so immediately. Your safety is our top priority.”

 

*Evacuation Orders*

 

Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for zones [zones]. Residents are advised to seek shelter in safe locations outside the storm’s projected path.

 

*Shelters*

 

The following shelters have been opened:

 

– [Shelter Name], [Address]

– [Shelter Name], [Address]

– [Shelter Name], [Address]

 

*Preparations*

 

Residents are advised to:

 

– Stock up on food, water, and supplies

– Secure outdoor furniture and decorations

– Charge electronic devices

– Stay informed through local news and weather reports

 

*Power Outages*

 

Florida Power & Light (FPL) has crews on standby to respond to potential power outages.

 

*School Closures*

 

All Cape Coral schools will be closed until [date].

 

*Stay Safe*

 

Remember:

 

– Stay indoors during the storm

– Avoid traveling

– Follow evacuation orders

– Keep phone lines open for emergency calls

 

*Stay Informed*

 

Monitor local news, weather reports, and official social media channels for updates.

 

*Contact Information*

 

For emergency assistance, call:

 

– Cape Coral Emergency Management: [phone number]

– American Red Cross: [phone number]

 

Stay safe, Cape Coral!

 

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*Sources:*

 

– National Weather Service

– City of Cape Coral

– Florida Power & Light

 

*Last Updated:* [Time]

 

Please note that this article is a sample and should be updated with real-time information and specific details about the storm.