Hurricane Watch
Hurricane Ian Intensifies to Category 3, Heads for Western Cuba
National Hurricane Center Issues Hurricane Warning for Western Cuba
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued a hurricane warning for western Cuba as Hurricane Ian continues to strengthen. As of 8 am EDT, Ian had maximum sustained winds of 120 mph, making it a Category 3 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.
Ian Expected to Strengthen Further
The NHC is forecasting Ian to continue to strengthen over the next few days. The storm is expected to reach Category 4 status by Tuesday and could become a Category 5 hurricane by Wednesday.
Ian's Path
Ian is currently located about 125 miles south-southeast of Grand Cayman and is moving northwest at 13 mph. The storm is expected to pass over western Cuba on Monday and then move into the Gulf of Mexico.
The NHC has issued a hurricane watch for the Florida Keys and the west coast of Florida from Englewood to the Anclote River.
Cuba Prepares for Ian's Impact
In Cuba, officials are preparing for Ian's impact. evacuations have been ordered for low-lying areas in western Cuba. The government is also distributing food and water to residents in the affected areas.
Florida Residents Urged to Prepare
In Florida, residents are being urged to prepare for Ian's potential impact. The state has declared a state of emergency and is urging residents to stock up on food, water, and other supplies.
Stay Informed
Residents in the affected areas should stay informed about the latest forecasts and warnings from the National Hurricane Center. They should also follow the instructions of local officials.
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