LATEST: City of Sanibel officials said Thursday evening they have confirmed at least two fatalities. This brings the overall death toll from Ian to at least 11 that have been confirmed so far.
City of Sanibel officials said Thursday evening they have confirmed at least two fatalities. This brings the overall death toll from Ian to at least 11 that have been confirmed so far.
The forecast track has shifted a little farther north with the latest advisory at 11 p.m. ET, putting cities like Myrtle Beach, S.C., in the storm's path for worse impacts, while less impact could be seen in Charleston.
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