When Hurricane Ian destroyed the causeway in 2022, Sanibel and Captiva Islands were completely cut off, paralyzing the tourism-dependent economy and leaving residents stranded.

The Coast Guard says a 28-foot boat became disabled 30 miles off the coast of Sanibel Island. Video shows the crew airlifting all five people onboard the boat to safety.

A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater aircrew medevaced a 77-year-old man, Sunday, experiencing stroke-like symptoms approximately 138 miles southwest of Sanibel Island. The man was safely transported ...

CLEARWATER, Fla. — A U.S. Coast Guard Clearwater aircrew rescued five people from a disabled boat off the coast of Sanibel Island on July 2. USCG Southeast said they were alerted about the ...