City: Sanibel Causeway is open
At about 12:15 p.m. today, Sept. 27, the city of Sanibel reported that the Sanibel Causeway is open to travel in both directions. The city is not requiring hurricane re-entry permits to access the islands.
“Thank you for your patience as crews worked to ensure safe travel on roadways throughout the island,” officials said.
The city noted that there are still areas of the island with standing water over portions of roads. The Public Works Department has placed signage on the roads effected. Motorists are advised to use extra caution when navigating the areas. Do not travel around barricades indicating a road is closed.
Those arriving on Sanibel and moving about should do so with caution, as there are power outages, displaced wildlife, and storm-related debris near roadways and throughout the island.
All public beach parking lots are closed. The city will notify the public when the lots reopen.
Additionally, the public is encouraged to avoid wading through standing water and should monitor updates provided by the Florida Department of Health.
City offices and the Sanibel Recreation Center remain closed today, Sept. 27.
Please do not place storm-related debris from properties in the right-of-way. Debris or damaged items should be disposed of through WM on normal pick-up days, or by making arrangements with WM or another service for special pick-up of larger items. WM has suspended service on the island until Sept. 30. For more information, contact WM at 239-334-1224.
To report storm related issues involving public infrastructure, call 239-472-3111.