Change is coming slow as Fort Myers Beach continues rebuild

Key takeaway: Two years ago, on Sept. 28, Hurricane Ian blew through Florida causing billions of dollars in damage. One of the hardest hit spots was Fort Myers Beach. Core challenge: Ian left the Southwest Florida barrier island in ruins, wiping out houses, businesses, hotels and lives. Since then, the town’s people have been working to rebuild in a way that balances what made it a destination for generations and modern needs that will bring big change.

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