Breaking News: Hurricane Ian Makes Landfall in Florida
Category 4 Hurricane Brings Devastating Winds, Storm Surge, and Flooding
Mandatory Evacuations Issued for Coastal Areas
Tallahassee, Florida - Hurricane Ian, a powerful Category 4 storm, has made landfall in southwestern Florida, bringing devastating winds, storm surge, and flooding to coastal areas. Landfall occurred near Cayo Costa Island around 3:10 PM EST, with sustained winds of 150 mph.
Mandatory evacuations were issued for coastal areas of Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Sarasota, and Hillsborough counties. Residents in these areas were urged to leave their homes and seek shelter in higher ground.
As of this writing, Hurricane Ian is still moving slowly across the state, bringing heavy rainfall and flooding to inland areas. The extent of the damage is not yet known, but authorities are reporting widespread power outages, downed trees, and structural damage.
Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for all 67 Florida counties. The National Weather Service is urging residents to stay informed and follow the instructions of local officials.
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