From damages to community help, the Sarasota Herald-Tribune is providing in-depth coverage of the aftermath of Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian made landfall near Cayo Costa, an island off the coast of Fort Myers, as a Category 4 storm Wednesday afternoon.
Sarasota Herald-Tribune journalists have been covering rescues, damage, power outages and the impact of the hurricane across Sarasota and Manatee counties.
Here are some of the big stories, videos and photo galleries written and captured by our resilient journalists between Wednesday through Sunday.
Sunday's blog: Sarasota County schools remain closed indefinitely
Saturday's blog: I-75 reopens in south Sarasota County
Friday's blog: Peace River bridges closed in both directions
Thursday's blog: Sarasota County Sheriff attributes two deaths to Hurricane Ian
Wednesday's blog: Flash flood warnings
Businesses and places damaged after Hurricane Ian
Lemon Bay Soap Company: 'I'll miss it': The roof came off a destroyed Englewood business and broke the owner's heart
Hermitage Artist Retreat: Hermitage Artist Retreat may have suffered $1 million in Hurricane Ian damage
High school sports: Hurricane Ian damages fields and sports facilities at at least 2 high schools
Visuals show Hurricane Ian's devastation across Sarasota and nearby areas
Charlotte County: Charlotte County residents start the long process of cleaning up after Hurricane Ian | Photos
Englewood, Placida and Boca Grande: Photos show Hurricane Ian's impact on Englewood, Placida and Boca Grande
North Port: North Port assesses the damage from Hurricane Ian | Photos
Sarasota: See Hurricane Ian's heavy winds and damage across Sarasota, Florida
Sarasota and Manatee: Hurricane Ian aftermath photos in Sarasota and Manatee counties
State: Photos show Hurricane Ian's devastating path across Florida
Venice: Hurricane Ian damage photos in Venice
Video playlist: Videos show Hurricane Ian's damage across Sarasota and surrounding areas
Video playlist: Aerial footage shows Hurricane Ian's devastation in Florida
Video playlist: Before and during the impact: Hurricane Ian videos
Video playlist: Hurricane Ian aftermath videos
Video playlist: Official news briefings on Hurricane Ian
Video playlist: Rescue and resiliency: Stories of surviving Hurricane Ian
Communities in or near Sarasota
Boca Grande: Hurricane Ian slams Boca Grande, playground for presidents and celebrities, but landmarks survive
Charlotte County: Charlotte County residents start to put lives back together after Hurricane Ian
Hidden River: Compromised levee could send 15 feet of water into Sarasota neighborhood Hidden River
North Port: 'We prayed a lot': North Port retiree community ripped apart by Ian
North Port: Frustrated North Port residents continue to endure rising floodwaters
North Port: 'We're surrounded by water': North Port residents flee as floodwaters keep rising
Sarasota-Manatee: No storm surge in coastal areas as Sarasota-Manatee region escapes Ian's worst
Residents share their Hurricane Ian stories
Englewood: Widespread damage in Englewood, but kindness of strangers sees woman find her mom
North Port: North Port Hurricane Ian evacuees recount their experiences while waiting at church rally point
Venice: 'I'm in shock': Venice residents react to Hurricane Ian damage
Rescue stories from Sarasota and nearby areas
North Port: North Port residents rescued from Hurricane Ian floodwaters, but the threat not over
Sarasota-Manatee: Recovery efforts underway after Ian slams Sarasota-Manatee, direct hits on Venice and North Port
Hurricane Ian deaths
Charlotte County: Charlotte County reports 23 deaths after Hurricane Ian search and rescue efforts
Myakka City: Myakka City woman dies after ATV overturns, may be attributed to Hurricane Ian
Sarasota County: 2 elderly Sarasota County residents on oxygen die after power goes out during Hurricane Ian
State: Florida officials say at least 21 deaths could be tied to Hurricane Ian
Resources for Sarasota-Manatee counties
Bradenton Police and Fire: Bradenton Police and Fire Departments now using resource guide to help community
Flooded car?: Here’s what to do (and what NOT to do)
Food: Craving a hot meal? These restaurants in Sarasota, Manatee are open now or opening soon
Gas: Running low on gas? Here's where to find fuel in Sarasota-Manatee post Hurricane Ian
Help with aid: Hurricane Ian victims can get help with aid, shelter and more with these resources
Manatee County schools: Manatee County schools to resume Tuesday, Sarasota schools remain closed amid Hurricane Ian damage
Request wellness checks: Hurricane Ian questions: How to request wellness check, report someone missing
Sarasota schools: Sarasota County schools remain closed indefinitely, district still assessing Hurricane Ian damage
SMS alerts: Sign up to a special texting group for updates on Hurricane Ian and its aftermath
How can I help?
As communities try to recover from the disaster and clean up the destruction the massive storm left behind, there are ways anyone can help. Click here to learn how »
Recovery fund: Sarasota foundations set up a recovery fund for area residents impacted by Hurricane Ian
More: 'Very kind': Sarasota residents receive ice, water at distribution site post Hurricane Ian
More coverage
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