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2 videos of the Fort Myers Beach destruction. Just insane.
Footage of Times Square in Fort Myers Beach shows the level of destruction from Hurricane Ian.
Footage of Times Square in Fort Myers Beach shows the level of destruction from Hurricane Ian. Times Square is in the downtown area of Fort Myers Beachyoutu.be
Fort Myers Beach Total Destruction - Hurricane Ian
Fort Myers Beach Total Destruction - Hurricane Ian
Simply awful and heartbreaking.
The company I went with was going around the neighborhood, and they initially talked with my wife, then with me, and while I generally don’t go for the door-to-door sales stuff, I listened to them, did some research to make sure I wasn’t getting scammed, and turns out they’re legit, and actually helping to change how solar gets marketed. They’re insuring the panels and the roof, and I got a new AC system as part of the deal, which is a loan that will eventually take the place of my electric bill. Honestly, the only complaint I have about the process is from the permitting/ inspection side, I’m still waiting on the electric company to inspect it, which is annoying, but not unexpected, because inspections in summertime take forever.
Yea my family’s been in Clearwater for 80 years, most of it around Belleair bluff waterfront and beach….and never had any serious issues. That said, one direct hit that will change. But everyone is also experienced at prepping…Hurricane shutters, windows, lock everything down, boats go dry dock, and evacuate to high ground inland…which isn’t far away. So then worst case it’s ‘just’ a matter of rebuilding a house. But so far 100% of the time, which has only been a handful, they’re back to normal 3 days later.
You know where I live, we never lose power and the storms we do get are mostly just blustery. Wouldn't live without one. Don't know how you guys who are in the path of most hurricanes don't have one. It would drive me crazy.
Exactly.
What is hurricane insurance? Is it on top of homeowners?
My understanding is that it is required additional insurance if you want to file a claim for hurricane related damage - like flood insurance. Perhaps there are more knowledgeable folks who can explain, but my understanding is that they would not be covered for damage from Ian.
Yes flood insurance is separate. I always thought hurricanes were covered under homeowners. You just paid a higher deductible. I think mine is 2% of homes value. Possibly their mortgage is paid off and they elected to not insure.
Yeah, I was surprised how bad the cell phone service has been. It’s just now slowly getting back to normal for me.
I live close to jetblue park where there is service, drove down the street to call family and check emails. Figured id drop a quick post.
True, but Hurricanes create an environment ripe for fraud.
witchcraft most likely take that to the bank brohan
Yea us too, no water. Great to hear about Bonita, figured it was a swamp now.
Same here. Always a good idea imo
I'm not sure only had to do it once. Can't remember as I was 4. I'll have to ask my dad but I don't think so. It happened during Donna.
I got a letter from someone asking to fix the damage from “the recent storms,” this was a few weeks ago, and my roof is 2 years old. I immediately tore it up and threw it away. I have zero tolerance for shady people like that.
Mine is about 3 years old now and plenty solid. Seeing roofing inspection signs magically show up around my neighborhood and beyond overnight. Sad.
I've told this story before, but my neighbor across the street was gloating that her lawyer was able to negotiate a complete replacement of her 20 year roof "for free". She asked if I wanted her lawyer's number. "I'm good."
Water is running now (but still on boil notice for water being consumed).
I'm a frugal guy actually I'm so cheap I squeak. So buying something I may or may not ever use goes against my nature. Not to say it's not a good idea though.
Of course, you have to hope the buckets are still there after the storm passes...
Also there's alligators. And old people freaking everywhere. Also it's pretty flat and boring - there's no mountains so there's no fun camping or hiking even if it wasn't miserably hot. The place is overrun by tourists who say things like "You call this pizza?" Traffic is a nightmare - I mean I know traffic is bad everywhere, but take your bad traffic and add old people, tourists, and alligators and you get the idea. In addition to hurricanes, Florida still has tornados - it's not even a trade off. Also Florida is the lightning capitol of the world.
Don't forget the man eating pythons. Also the sink holes that will swallow you and the house you live In.
Also Florida is pretty crowded. In fact we're full. Florida is closed, try Texas.
we are full also.
Also Florida is pretty crowded. In fact we're full. Florida is closed, try Texas.
Yea the Okeechobee hurricane killed thousands of people in FL. Of course they didn't have much warning in those days.
I think* we had a 24 hour max evac notice for the worst areas here, easy to look back and say everyone should have left now but this thing was gonna hit Tampa, until it wasn't. I extend a modicum of grace to those who didn't, couldn't leave. Worst case scenario storm, reports of folks inland along 41 having to swim to neighbors 2nd story window w their kids, dogs just doesn't compute for us that ate Wilma, Charley, Irma. My buddy has 5 feet of water in his first floor bar under his stilt home right now, still, in south ft myers, he somehow saved the 400+ bottles of whiskey he's got while getting slammed by surge. I asked him if I could come get him, help him somehow and he responded by telling me about the significant increase in crabs in the gulf .... because of the storm surge hitting the Lani Kai. iykyk. They should make a 30 for 30 about Matt. Im relatively high/dry and inland so its easy for me to say in hindsight that I woulda left if I was in Iona, Whiskey Creek, Island Park....but if i'm honest with myself, I don't know if I would have. Probably now, knowing what I know. Yep, got net back and yep, drinking...and incredibly grateful. Cheers.
I have seen this mentioned a few times in several places. What does that mean -- people just sue in Florida more than the rest of the country and make fraudulent insurance claims?
It’s not usually homeowners directly. It’s companies acting on their behalf suing insurance companies when their claim is denied. In the case of roofers, they’re jacking up the cost of roof replacement and then suing the insurance company for compensation. The homeowner is just a vessel for litigation by contractors most of the time.
Ummm... I live in West Los Angeles. There's no way in hell I'd ever want to leave here for FL or TX. Are you kidding me??? Not to mention how jacked up your politics are. Ouch.we are full also.
Also Florida is pretty crowded. In fact we're full. Florida is closed, try Texas.
