Cape Coral water shutdown on Pelican Boulevard set for Monday, November 9
via City of Cape Coral November 6, 2026 Cape Coral, FL
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Cape Coral officials say homes and businesses near Pelican Boulevard may lose most water pressure on Monday, November 9, starting around 9 a.m. The affected zone includes Pelican Baseball Complex and Fire Station 9, and people in the shaded area should stock up on bottled water if needed. The city says the outage is tied to a required repair, and it thanked residents for their patience. More details on boil water notices and common questions are posted at CapeCoral.gov.
This summary is based on reporting by City of Cape Coral. The full story is on their site.
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