Category 3 Hurricane Idalia Makes Landfall in Florida
Dangerous Storm Surge Forecast for Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas
Key Facts:
- Idalia is the ninth named storm to form in the Atlantic in 2023.
- The hurricane made landfall in Florida Wednesday morning as a Category 3.
- Maximum sustained winds reached 125 mph at landfall near Keaton Beach, Florida.
- Idalia is now spreading its destructive force across the region.
- Satellite images, weather maps, and tracks of the hurricane are available online.
As of Wednesday, August 30th, dangerous storm surge is forecast for coastal areas of Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicted the formation of nine named storms in the Atlantic in 2023, and Idalia is the ninth to develop.
Stay tuned for further updates and advisories as Hurricane Idalia continues to impact the region.
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