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Miami Herald
Miami Herald
National
Tess Riski

Hurricane Ian death toll passes 40, spans eight counties. Damage is ‘worst thing I’ve seen,’ county official says

MIAMI — Florida officials estimated more than 40 deaths across eight counties linked to Hurricane Ian, including from drowning and disconnected oxygen machines due to power outages.

The Florida Medical Examiners Commission on Friday reported seven drowning victims across Volusia and Collier counties, ranging in age from 64 to 91. The youngest fatality confirmed by the Florida Medical Examiners Commission was a 22-year-old woman in Manatee County.

Here is a summary of what Florida officials have reported by county:

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