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Hurricane Idalia Strengthens to a Category 2

‘DON’T MESS AROUND’

The storm could bring unprecedented flooding to the north of Florida’s Gulf Coast—anywhere between 10 to 15 feet of possibly deadly storm surge.

Isabella Ramirez

Isabella Ramirez

Breaking News Intern

Published Aug. 29 2023 6:40PM EDT

A mandatory evacuation sign is seen ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Idalia, in Cedar Key, Florida, Aug. 29, 2023. — Marco Bello/Reuters

Isabella Ramirez

Isabella Ramirez

Breaking News Intern

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