Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has cautioned Florida residents about Tropical Storm Idalia, which is anticipated to become a hurricane by late Tuesday afternoon.
DeSantis stated on Sunday that the storm is expected to make landfall sometime on Wednesday and could potentially arrive in the state as strong as a Category 2 hurricane. The Florida governor's press conference was held only a day after he announced on social media he had signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency for 33 counties.
"Storms, of course, as we know, these things can wobble, so Floridians along our Gulf Coast should be vigilant, even if you're currently outside the cone, and indeed you could see impacts if you are in a place that's outside the cone," said DeSantis.— Ron DeSantis August 27, 2023
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