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DeSantis says Panhandle should expect impacts as Isaias approaches

Florida Phoenix/Antonio GalloAI briefOct 8 · 4:18 PM ET

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Florida Phoenix reports that Gov. Ron DeSantis said emergency planners were preparing for Hurricane Isaias to reach the Panhandle as a Category 3 storm late Friday or early Saturday. The state had staged fuel, water, generators and utility crews, while evacuations and shelters were underway in parts of the region. U.S. Sen. Rick Scott urged Escambia County residents to follow local evacuation guidance. The report said storm surge was forecast at five to seven feet.

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Source published: Oct 8 · 4:18 PM ET
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