Forecasts said Hurricane Ian would unleash flooding, storm surges, and coastal flooding in Florida.

Residents are urged to prepare.

The National Hurricane Center said that Hurricane Ian is said to approach the west coast of Florida as a dangerous hurricane.

From Tropical Storm to Hurricane, Ian has strengthened, causing damaging winds and flooding rainfall. The Hurricane is said to gain more strength in the Gulf of Mexico as it approaches Florida.

Western Cuba felt the brunt of Hurricane Ian from Monday to Tuesday, suffering from heavy rains, strong winds, flooding, and dangerous seas.

According to the AccuWeather website, Senior Meteorologist Alex Sosnowski explained that Ian could slow down in the Southeast states with heavy rainfall if it maintains a forward speed.

Moreover, the Senior Meteorologist added that there could be a potential heavier rainfall if Hurricane Ian might stall for one day or two in the Southeast.

Hurricane Advisory

In the advisory of the National Hurricane Center, Cuba downgraded the hurricane warning to a tropical storm in the provinces:

  • Isla de Juventud
  • Pinar del Rio
  • Armisa

The advisory said Hurricane Ian's location on Tuesday was seen about 230 miles south of Sarasota, Florida. It is moving to the north at 10 mph. Hurricane Ian had sustained winds near 120 mph with higher gusts.

The National Hurricane Center added that Hurricane Warning is extended southward to Chokoloskee on the west coast of Florida.

Meanwhile, storm surge warnings are in effect in Marineland, Flagler, and Volusia counties.

Although Hurricane Ian will weaken wind intensity, AccuWeather explained that it can still impact states in the United States, causing coastal concerns.

According to the advisory, hurricane warnings are present in Dry Tortugas, Chokoloskee to Anclote River, and Tampa Bay.

Also Read: Hurricane Ian Intensifies As it Approaches Florida and Cuba.

Meanwhile, storm surge warnings are in effect in Tampa Bay, Suwannee River Southward to Flamingo, Dry Tortugas, St. John River, and Flagler and Volusia.

Moreover, a storm surge watch is in Florida Bay, Florida keys from the card sound bridge westward to key west, Mouth of St. Mary's River, and Santee River.

A tropical storm watch is present in North Altamaha sound and South Santee River.

Visit the National Hurricane Center website to read the updated summary of warnings and watches.

AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Courtney Travis said that the southern Appalachians could feel the higher rainfall totals.

The weather website added that forecasts were not expecting flooding disaster inland with Hurricane Ian.

Hurricane Ian preparation

Forecasts said that Hurricane Ian could result in flooding, rainfall, and damaging winds. Hurricanes can threaten properties and lives. As a result, being prepared is essential. Here are some reminders:

  • Be aware of the current weather news and announcements.
  • It is advisable to refrain from traveling as the hurricane approaches. Roads can be closed, damaged, or flooded.
  • Check the status of your houses for possible damages.
  • Keep an emergency bag with basic food, medicines, primary documents, and a power bank. In case of emergencies like evacuations, it is important.
  • If there is an evacuation announcement, seek immediate shelter as advised by your local authorities.

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