Counties in the state are under the state of emergency. Governor Rick Scott said the declaration will give the state and local government the time, resources and flexibility to be prepared for the storm. Tropical Depression 14 formed off Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula early Sunday morning and strengthened to become Tropical Storm Michael by Sunday afternoon. (Image: MSFC)"Our state understands how serious tropical weather is and how devastating any hurricane or tropical storm can be. Scott says he will receive a full update and briefing on the forecast and potential impacts of the storm later Sunday.

Source: Daily Mirror October 07, 2018 21:33 UTC