Lee School District to release documentary of Hurricane Ian Sept. 27

Today, the Lee County School District will debut a documentary on the impact of Hurricane Ian and the community’s response.

One year later, here are some quick facts about restoration efforts:

• Estimated $230 million in damage.

• $56.8 million reimbursed so far.

• Only $10.9 million from FEMA.

Two permanent repairs remain:

• Covered walkway at Pine Island Elementary and flooring at Cypress Lake Middle.

• Seven roof replacements nearing completion.

Two finish next week and the rest by the end of the year:

• Fort Myers Beach Elementary reopening this fall.

• New Hector A. Cafferata Jr. K-8 to open in 2025.

Watch the documentary here.

– Marie Gabrielle Patasin, C2 Communications