Hurricane Idalia strikes Florida as Category 3 storm

On Wednesday, Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the U.S. state of Florida as a Category 3 storm and is considered “extremely dangerous” according to local officials.

Idalia brought destructive winds and heavy rain to the Gulf Coast due to warm waters from the Gulf of Mexico. Officials have issued a warning about the possibility of a 15-foot storm surge in certain areas.

Emergency declarations have been issued state-wide in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina due to hurricane warnings and storm advisories, prioritizing the safety of residents