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Southwest Florida enters rainy season with wildfire risk still running unusually high

Even with rainy season starting, Southwest Florida is still dealing with unusually high wildfire danger.

When
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Where
Southwest Florida
Official source
WINK News
Posted by LeeScoop May 14, 2026 Fort Myers

What happened?

WINK reported on May 14 that Southwest Florida remained under historic wildfire pressure even as rainy season approached. That mix of drought stress and incoming seasonal storms makes it a broad public-interest weather and safety story for Lee County readers.

Why it matters

This is a local update worth knowing for residents, visitors, or nearby businesses.

Source

Use the WINK News source for the latest details.