Intense flooding has transformed roadways in Fort Myers into rivers as Tropical Storm Idalia bears down on Florida’s west coast. The storm is forecast by the U.S. National Hurricane Center to develop into an “extremely dangerous major hurricane” as it moves towards the Gulf Coast.
Residents along the west coast are bracing for impact, with authorities urging evacuations in vulnerable areas. The storm’s trajectory suggests significant threats of heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surges that could lead to further flooding and damage.
Officials are closely monitoring the storm’s path and intensity. Emergency services are on high alert, and communities are preparing for potential landfall as the situation develops.
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Live: Latest on tropical storm Idalia in the U.S. state of Florida
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