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Mandatory evacuations have been ordered in several counties in Florida ahead of the expected landfall of Hurricane Idalia

Idalia's forecast landfall strength and storm surge levels could reach once-in-a-lifetime levels along parts of Florida’s Gulf Coast.

The area from the Aucilla River to Yankeetown, FL can expect “catastrophic storm surge inundation of 10 to 15 ft above ground level” in addition to destructive waves from Hurricane Idalia according to the Storm Surge Unit at the National Hurricane Center. “Residents should urgently follow evacuation orders from local officials.” The state of Florida […]

Here are the latest updates for Tropical Storm Idalia as it approaches landfall in Florida this week, including evacuation orders, school closures and more.

Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to become a dangerous Cat. 3 hurricane before making landfall in Florida later this week, according to the National Hurricane Center. Impacts from the storm could be felt in Central Florida as early as Tuesday.

Governor DeSantis was today joined by Florida Division of Emergency Management

"Floridians should expect that this storm will be a major Cat 3+ hurricane, so please prepare accordingly," Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said.

Idalia will bring impacts to the Central Florida region on Tuesday and Wednesday. Most, if not all the viewing area, will experience very gusty winds, heavy rain and a tornado threat during this time.

Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to become a dangerous Cat. 3 hurricane before making landfall in Florida later this week, according to the National Hurricane Center. Impacts from the storm could be felt in Central Florida as early as Tuesday.

Forecasters predict Invest 93L will intensify into a tropical depression over the weekend and continue to strengthen as it moves northward into the eastern Gulf of Mexico.