Hurricane Michael strengthens to Category 4 hours before it's due to hit Florida's Panhandle

Source: Washington Examiner | October 10, 2018 | Katelyn Caralle

Hurricane Michael grew to a Category 4 hurricane overnight, and is now expected to be the worst storm ever to hit Florida’s Panhandle when it makes landfall on Wednesday.

Maximum winds sustained have reached 140 miles per hour, with even more intense gusts, and it is expected to gain additional wind strengths before making landfall, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Life-threatening storm surges could also reach up to 13 feet in some areas.

The most affected areas, such as the Panhandle and Big Bend, are expected to accumulate maximum flooding levels of 12 inches.

Republican Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency over the weekend, and Tuesday night warned citizens that it was their “last chance to evacuate before conditions start deteriorating.”

…….

Viewing 3 posts - 1 through 3 (of 3 total)
  • Discussion
  • Consistent #26033

    Consistent #26039

    EVERYDAY #26040

    Prayers up for everyone in Michael’s path. I have friends in Panama City. Trying to contact them. Hope they made it out ok.

Viewing 3 posts - 1 through 3 (of 3 total)

You must be logged in to reply to this topic.