When Hurricane Ian struck southwest Florida in 2022, it caused significant damage, including the destruction of the iconic clock in Fort Myers Beach’s Times Square. The town's promenade was also severely affected by the storm's impact.
In a display of resilience and determination, a new green-blue clock was erected in place of the original one, serving as a symbol of strength and recovery for the community.
However, the newly installed clock faced a new threat in the form of Hurricane Milton, which was predicted to make landfall on the west coast of Florida as a powerful storm on Wednesday night.
Anticipating the potential damage that Hurricane Milton could cause, workers took proactive measures on Tuesday by carefully dismantling and removing the towering timepiece for safe storage until the storm passed.
Once Hurricane Milton had subsided, the clock would likely be reinstated, serving as a poignant reminder of the community's resilience in the face of adversity and its ability to overcome challenges.
