People all over the world have been worrying about Hurricane Matthew. The hurricane has already struck the Bahamas, Haiti, and a few other places. Reports are now saying that the hurricane is heading for the United States. CNN is reporting that Hurricane Matthew is also heading for Florida. This new update on the storm’s path has many people preparing for the worst.
Right now, the storm is going through the Bahamas and doing a lot of damage. CNN officials are reporting that the winds of the storm are picking up speed. Specialists now believe that the next stop on its journey is the U.S. Because the storm is also set to come to the coast of Florida, some people should also consider leaving their homes. About 2 million people living on the coast of Florida are being advised that they should leave their homes. The evacuation also affects people in Georgia and South Carolina. The matter has gotten so serious that even the President is getting involved. President Barack Obama has also issued a State of Emergency for the people of Florida and is asking for federal aid for them.
People are expecting the hurricane to hit the United States as a Category 4 storm. CNN is also stating that an around 113 people have already died from the storm. 108 of the deaths took place in Haiti. It is expected to hit the United States sometime on Thursday night of Friday. Residents of Florida and other areas that can be affected are clearing out grocery stores for supplies. Others who haven’t made preparations are also being told to get ready as well.
Tropical storms are dangerous and can have some very negative effects if people are not safe. As the storm gets closer and closer to the United States, one can only hope that no more lives are lost.
