City of Marco Island Issues MANDATORY Evacuation

The City of Marco Island is ordering a mandatory evacuation in the face of  Hurricane Ian. Given most recent estimates of storm surge predicted to be 6-9 feet and continuing to increase, conditions warrant an evacuation. There is a potential threat to life and property. Now  is the time for residents to leave the Island.  

When sustained winds reach a dangerous level, police, fire rescue and emergency medical response  may be suspended. First responders may not be able to respond in the event of an emergency.  Marco Island is expecting tropical storm winds to begin around 8:00pm Tuesday evening. Hurricane  force winds and storm surge are expected Wednesday morning.  

Collier County Emergency Management will open the following shelters by 5pm:

1. Palmetto Ridge High School / Special Needs Shelter - Pet-friendly (special needs only)

2. Oakridge Middle School - Pet-friendly (closest to Marco Island) 

3. Corkscrew Middle School - Pet-friendly 

4. Golden Gate Middle School - Pet-friendly 

5. Immokalee Middle School - Pet-friendly