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Meteorologists say Sunday storms spun up landspout tornadoes in Fort Myers and Cape Coral

Gulf Coast News says meteorologists identified landspout tornadoes in Lee County after Sunday storms moved through Fort Myers and Cape Coral.

When
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Where
Fort Myers and Cape Coral
Official source
Gulf Coast News
Posted by LeeScoop May 23, 2026 Fort Myers

What happened?

Gulf Coast News reports the National Weather Service identified landspout tornadoes in Lee County following Sunday storms affecting Fort Myers and Cape Coral. That makes the outbreak more than just another summer-style thunderstorm story, because landspouts are unusual enough to grab attention and raise local weather awareness. For Lee County readers, it is a talkable weather update with direct neighborhood relevance.

Why it matters

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

Source

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