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mother nature wins every time. >> reporter: in crystal river, florida, dirk randolph and amanda chilcott, along with their dog lucy, are not taking any chances, with the deadly storm surge expected to reach nearly 15 feet in some areas. >> i'm not worried about the winds. i'm worried about the water, so the water reason, like, that is going to come in the house. you know, it is going to ruin your car. >> reporter: evacuation orders have been issued for more than two dozen counties, appeared in cedar key, there is only one bridge to get on and off the island. some fear those staying behind could be trapped after the storms. >> this is my first one where i am like, really concerned. >> reporter: prepare for the worst, patients are being moved out of hospitals and care centers. close to 100 of the most vulnerable have been evacuated to higher ground vehicle being safe is the appropriate thing, nd airing on the side of caution is the appropriate thin. >> reporter: ted scouten with our cbs station in miami is in the florida keys. >> storm surges expected to be a foot or two, so add that to