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A lightning strike at Fort Myers Beach yesterday killed one person and hospitalized three family members, serving as a stark reminder of the dangers during Florida's storm season. Today will be hot and humid with a high near 91°F and possible drizzle, though air quality remains good. Meanwhile, Fort Myers Beach is moving forward with major development projects including a new resort, pier, and bridge as the community continues to grow.

1. MON 7/06

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   Drizzle
   91°77°
   ▒ 31%
2. TUE 7/07

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   Heavy drizzle
   86°75°
   ▒ 49%
3. WED 7/08

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   Thunderstorm
   97°79°
   ▒ 49%
4. THU 7/09

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   Thunderstorm
   99°77°
   ▒ 28%
5. FRI 7/10

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   Heavy showers
   95°75°
   ▒ 61%
6. SAT 7/11

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   Light drizzle
   93°75°
   ▒ 43%
7. SUN 7/12

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   Mainly clear
   95°81°
   ▒ 15%
8. MON 7/13

                
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   Overcast
   93°81°
   ▒ 17%
9. TUE 7/14

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   Light drizzle
   93°81°
   ▒ 29%
10. WED 7/15

                 
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    Overcast
    93°82°
    ▒ 32%

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1. 01
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   The News-Press · 2h ago
2. 02
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3. 03
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4. 04
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5. 05
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   WGCU · 17h ago
10. 10
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