Mandatory evacuations have been ordered in coastal communities like Fort Myers Beach, Marco Island and Sanibel Island.

This is the place for the latest news and developments for Hurricane Milton as it approaches Lee County and the Southwest Florida coast.

Most of SW FL is under a tornado watch until 9 p.m., and several tornadoes have already touched down in the region.

Lee County Government provided an update today at noon on Hurricane Milton. Below are highlights from the Facebook Live ...