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Hurricane Ian Could Be Historic Storm
Florida braces for the arrival of what could be a storm of historic intensity.
Hurricane Ian is expected to roll ashore on Florida's west coast this afternoon, bringing punishing winds, heavy rains, and a strong storm surge. Given the storm's slow rate of movement, those conditions could persist in the region for hours. (Image: NOAA)
Hurricane Ian is expected to roll ashore on Florida's west coast this afternoon, bringing punishing winds, heavy rains, and a strong storm surge. Given the storm's slow rate of movement, those conditions could persist in the region for hours. (Image: NOAA)

Hurricane Ian strengthened overnight to a near-Category 5 storm that was expected to make landfall this afternoon on the west coast of Florida near Port Charlotte. The storm has already spawned several tornadoes in the area, one of which struck North Perry Airport in Hollywood, Florida, last night, damaging several light aircraft. As of this morning, more than 200,000 residents were without power.