The city of Sanibel began allowing reentry Wednesday for residents to the island post-Hurricane Ian. Those who wish to travel to, from or about the island must do so with their own resources and at their own risk. The boat ramps at Punta Rassa and Port Comfort are not available for launch. The Sanibel Boat Ramp and the ramp within the Ding Darling preserve (Tarpon Bay Explorers) are not available for landing and debarking. There is no ground transportation on the island. Private barges may not access the island at this time unless explicitly authorized by the city manager. No motorized equipment or generators are permitted on the island at this time. A curfew is in effect 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Residents must have a current Sanibel hurricane reentry pass or valid Florida driver’s license showing a Sanibel address. Sanibel residents who do not have a hurricane reentry pass may obtain one at Temporary City Hall at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, in Fort Myers. Business owners must have a current Sanibel hurricane reentry pass (commercial). Sanibel business owners who do not have a hurricane reentry pass may obtain one at Temporary City Hall. A valid 2022 or 2023 Sanibel Business Tax Receipt must be presented to receive a pass.
