Hurricane Ian will hit at a speed of 209 kilometers!
Strong hurricane 'Ian' is moving towards the Florida coast of the United States. The hurricane can hit a speed of 209 kilometers per hour on Wednesday (September 28) morning local time. The weather department of the country has predicted that many areas may be submerged in water up to two feet. Authorities have asked residents of coastal areas to evacuate to safety.
Hurricane ian struck the western part of Cuba at high speed on Tuesday (September 27) night. Ian developed into a Category 3 storm with gusts of 125 kilometers per hour. As a result, heavy rains and strong winds blow through the region. It has caused extensive damage.
After Cuba, this powerful hurricane is moving towards the Florida coast of the United States. According to the US Meteorological Department, Yan may hit 209 kilometers per hour on Wednesday morning local time. Many areas are also predicted to be submerged in up to two feet of water.
The local administration has already taken all measures to deal with Hurricane Ian. All flights have been cancelled. Educational institutions have been declared closed. Residents are advised to evacuate safely. The local administration has already warned that there may be power outages due to ian.
Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has assured the Florida government of all kinds of cooperation in dealing with Ian. He also spoke to the three mayors of the state over the phone.
It is said that the area that will be hit directly by Hurricane Ian is Tampa. 100 years ago, a hurricane caused extensive damage at this very spot.
