Parts of Southwest Florida’s coast remain damaged and hazardous three years after Hurricane Ian struck. Broken docks and floating wreckage create risks for anyone on the water.
Floating wreckage makes water travel perilous. Submerged trees, loose posts, and splintered dock parts threaten boats. “You see all sorts of stuff floating around out there,” said Cape Coral boater Kenny Lohr, according to Gulf Coast News. “After any named storm, you want to check for debris. If you’re up on a plane, you can put a hole right in the bottom of your hull.”
Public areas like the Punta Rassa boat ramp get fixed while private docks sit broken. Missing boat covers and wrecked structures dot the waterfront…