Coastal communities issue mandatory evacuation in preparation of Hurricane Dorian

Florida officials urge residents to follow evacuation orders ahead of Hurricane Dorian: 'Our east coast is certainly within the cone still, and people need to remain vigilant... get out now while you have time.'

Communities from South Florida to the Carolinas have issued mandatory evacuations in preparation for the worst as Hurricane Dorian barrels towards the United States.Palm Beach County: Areas east of the intracoastal waterway including coastal sections of Jupiter, Palm Beach and Boca Raton. Beginning on Sunday at 1 p.m.

Martin County: Barrier islands , Sewall's Point and low-lying coast areas and manufactured homes. Beginning on Sunday at 1 p.m. Indian River County: All areas east of U.S. Highway 1 including barrier island. Beginning on Monday at 8 a.m. St. Johns County: Zones that include the entire City of St. Augustine, the City of St. Augustine Beach, waterfront or flood-prone areas and manufactured homes. Beginning on Monday at 8 a.m.Nassau County: Issued for zones A, C and F.

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