US Politics | Urgent evacuations in Florida as Tropical Storm Nicole gains strength – path tracker shows it could hit as a Category 1
THOUSANDS of Floridians have been urged to evacuate as Tropical Storm Nicole gains strength with the potential to strike as a Category 1 hurricane. The devastating storm is expected to slam into Florida with winds as strong as 70mph by Wednesday evening, with many residents of the Sunshine State still reeling from the effects of Hurricane Ian in late September. 
Florida residents stock up on water and groceries in preparation for tropical storm NicoleRex 
Herald TribuneTropical Storm Nicole is expected to make landfall in Florida as a Category 1 Hurricane by Wednesday evening '/ ' 
The Mega AgencyPrisoners distributing sandbags to residents in Cocoa, Florida '/ ' 
The Mega AgencyOver 30 counties across Florida are under a state of emergency '/ ' Counties across Florida's east coast have issued hurricane warnings as they brace for heavy rain and dangerous winds. Brevard County is under a hurricane warning, while Luke, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole and Sumter are under a tropical storm warning. Mandatory evacuations have been issued in Volusia and Palm Beach. "Tropical Storm Nicole poses a direct threat to property and life. Residents need to take this storm seriously," Volusia County Manager George Recktenwald said. Read more in The U.S. Sun 
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GET OUT Urgent evacuations in Florida as Tropical Storm Nicole gains strength ...But, if Nicole makes landfall during high tide, conditions could be much worse than if the storm rolls ashore during low tide.... The difference in water level from low tide to high tide is about 4 feet, according to Accuweather. 
Parts of southeastern Florida began experiencing rain as early as Wednesday eveningRex 
The Mega AgencyTropical Storm Nicole is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain '/ '
Florida residents stock up on water and groceries in preparation for tropical storm NicoleRex Herald TribuneTropical Storm Nicole is expected to make landfall in Florida as a Category 1 Hurricane by Wednesday evening '/ ' The Mega AgencyPrisoners distributing sandbags to residents in Cocoa, Florida '/ ' The Mega AgencyOver 30 counties across Florida are under a state of emergency '/ ' Counties across Florida's east coast have issued hurricane warnings as they brace for heavy rain and dangerous winds. Brevard County is under a hurricane warning, while Luke, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole and Sumter are under a tropical storm warning. Mandatory evacuations have been issued in Volusia and Palm Beach. "Tropical Storm Nicole poses a direct threat to property and life. Residents need to take this storm seriously," Volusia County Manager George Recktenwald said. Read more in The U.S. Sun WILD WEATHER Gale expected to strengthen to hurricane over Bahamas before hitting Florida 'GO TO HELL' Lori Vallow's mother-in-law breaks silence over what should happen to her "Our infrastructure, especially along the coastline, is extremely vulnerable because of Hurricane Ian's impacts. ...We expect further erosion along the beach, along with flooding in areas that were previously flooded by Ian. Residents need to take this storm seriously,... Recktenwald added. Brevard, Indian River and St. Lucie are advising residents on barrier islands and those living in low-lying areas or mobile homes to evacuate. On Tuesday, Palm Beach County Mayor Robert Weinroth announced evacuation orders for residents in zones A and B, which include barrier islands and places prone to flooding and vulnerable structures. Most read in The US Sun CHECK YOUR MAIL Stimulus check payments between $1,500 and $6,700 being sent to millions STAR GONE Country music icon dead at 73 after harrowing Parkinson's disease battle PEDO PROBE Amy Duggar was secretly 'questioned' in Josh's child pornography case SHE'S BACK The View fans rejoice as former co-host returns after show 'did her dirty' BONUS CASH Less than 24 hours until direct payments of up to $4,194 being mailed out CHAOTIC LIVING Shocking pics of home of 'most famous inbred family' who 'speak in grunts' More than 50,000 Palm Beach residents live in mobile homes and another 60,000 on the barrier island, WPBF-TV reported. In total, 34 counties across the state are under a state of emergency due to potential flooding and other impacts from Nicole. ...The storm surge will be accompanied by large and damaging waves. Residents in the warning area should listen to the advice given by local officials, the National Hurricane Center said. Meanwhile, Orlando International Airport will suspend operations as of 4pm on Wednesday due to the incoming storm. Parts of southeastern Florida began experiencing flooding as early as Wednesday morning. Forecasters expect the worst of the storm to strike by Wednesday evening into Thursday morning. ...The worst conditions are likely to occur within a couple of hours of the high tide along the Florida east coast from Wednesday evening to Thursday morning,... AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson said. Read More on The US Sun CLEAR THE HEIR Inside Prince Harry's 'failed bid to persuade Netflix to drop The Crown' GET OUT Urgent evacuations in Florida as Tropical Storm Nicole gains strength ...But, if Nicole makes landfall during high tide, conditions could be much worse than if the storm rolls ashore during low tide.... The difference in water level from low tide to high tide is about 4 feet, according to Accuweather. Parts of southeastern Florida began experiencing rain as early as Wednesday eveningRex The Mega AgencyTropical Storm Nicole is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain '/ '
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