Coming to Florida subtropical storm Alberto. In this regard, Rick Scott, incumbent Governor of the state of Florida, on may 26 declared a state of emergency in the region. Now the cyclone is raging in the North-Eastern part of the Caribbean sea and is moving towards US.
This morning, I have declared a state of emergency across FL to ensure our state has the resources they need to keep their families safe and prepare for the torrential rain and severe flooding Subtropical Storm Alberto will bring. https://t.co/8yK1qdB5eD
— Rick Scott (@FLGovScott) May 26, 2018
National oceanic and atmospheric administration (NOAA) predicts that the storm will affect the Western part of Cuba and down to Florida. Under the action of the cyclone can also get coast States Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana.
Florida officials warn of impending heavy rains, strong winds and high probability of flooding. The state of emergency covers all 67 counties of the state. Alberto is gaining strength, and the wind speed inside the storm is located 65 kmh. However, meteorologists predict that when he gets to the coast, the wind speed will be much higher.
The state of emergency is not limited in time and will be active as long as NOAA is not informed about the absence of threats. According to preliminary estimates, the storm will linger in Florida for a few days.
NOAA»s National Hurricane Center is tracking #Alberto. For the latest forecast visit https://t.co/F0S83hgxNY https://t.co/b6slia923P
— NOAA (@NOAA) May 26, 2018
The regional authorities have advised residents to postpone long-distance travel. It is better not to restrict your movements and not to leave the house these days. You must be prepared for immediate evacuation. This means that their valuables and documents worth keeping on hand. Leadership Florida is also asking residents to follow the news to be aware of.
