This early voting period includes participation from neighboring counties such as Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco.

Early voting in Collier County is underway, with locations open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and voting hours extending from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. until November 2.

Due to hurricane damage, several precincts have relocated their voting sites to libraries and community halls, ensuring accessibility for voters.

Governor Ron DeSantis has signed executive orders to ease voting rules for storm-impacted counties, facilitating mail ballot requests and adjustments to polling locations.

Voters are required to present a valid photo ID and signature verification at polling sites, with specific guidelines on acceptable forms of identification.

Vote-by-mail ballots must be received by the supervisor of elections by 7 p.m. local time on Election Day to be counted.

In the event of a lost or damaged vote-by-mail ballot, voters should promptly contact their local supervisor of elections to request a replacement.

Voters are reminded to verify their eligibility and registration status, as the registration deadline was October 7.

Voters can track their mail ballot status through their county's elections office website, ensuring they stay informed about their voting process.

Election Day is expected to bring long lines due to hurricane disruptions and a lengthy ballot featuring multiple contests.

Reproductive rights, particularly Florida's Amendment 4 aimed at expanding abortion rights, have emerged as a significant local issue among voters.

For updates on voting and election changes due to hurricanes, residents can visit their respective county elections websites or check tampabay.com.