Hurricane Dorian is anticipated to become a Category 3 hurricane by the time it makes landfall on the mainland but has left forecasters scratching their heads this past week. Originally a tropical depression, Hurricane Dorian has not only shifted its path more than once but also has been gaining strength and speed. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has already declared a state of emergency for Florida, so what does that mean for Georgia? Will Hurricane Dorian hit Georgia at all? How should Georgians prepare based on the hurricane’s path right now?

Hurricane Dorian is expected to make landfall in Florida by Sunday night, early Monday, with its path shifting a bit toward the Southeastern United States.
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While Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has yet to declare a state of emergency as of August 28th, this may change over the next few days as Dorian’s path continues to change direction.
Puerto Rico avoided a disaster yesterday when the hurricane took a turn and only caused light storms for the tiny island.
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However, with that shift in trajectory, the southeastern coast of the United States becomes a greater target.

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What is expected to become a Category 3 storm over the course of the next few days will bring greater challenges for Florida, but also for Georgia, too.
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Category 3 storms can bring gusts of wind up to 100 m.p.h., plus cause severe structural damage to buildings that do not have a solid foundation.
While Georgians might not be too concerned just yet, there are certain ways to prepare just in case Hurricane Dorian strengthens.
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Gather necessary supplies to last up to seven days, including groceries, non-perishables, water, and medicine. Also, make sure to stay up-to-date with the news or weather in order to track the hurricane in real-time.

Resources providing up-to-date coverage of the storm include CBS News and CNN. A few tips to help you prepare for hurricane season in Florida include:

  • Plan an evacuation route ahead of time.
  • Always keep non-perishable emergency supplies on hand.
  • Update your insurance policies.
  • Protect your home with storm shutters.
  • Cut down all weak branches and trees in your surrounding area.

 

If you have your own practical tips for preparing for a hurricane, make sure you add them to the comments section.

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