Florida Keys
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| Area | 356 |
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| Locations | Florida Straits |
| Population | 73,090 (2010) |
| Islands | Key Largo |
| Bahia Honda Key | |
| Little Torch Key | |
| Key West | |
| Did you know | Blissfully removed from any signs of winter, these eight beach destinations showcase the best of what the Keys have to offer, from diving to kayaking to just plain sunbathing. |
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| ID | 889419 |
About Florida Keys
The Florida Keys are a string of tropical islands stretching about 120 miles off the southern tip of the U. S. state of Florida, between the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. They're known as a destination for fishing, boating, snorkeling and scuba diving. The southernmost city of Key West is famous for Duval Street's many bars, Mallory Square's nightly Sunset Celebration and the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.
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Floridians brace for 'strengthening' Hurricane Ian
Authorities in Florida have urged residents to " make their preparations" as Tropical Storm Ian strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane early on Monday.
Ian was forecast to move northwest through The Caribbean , near Cuba and the Cayman Islands , and reach The State 's West Coast by Wednesday.
The Hurricane 's exact path is uncertain but Governor Ron Desantis warned of " broad impacts throughout The State ".
Residents have been seen stocking up on food, water, medicine and fuel.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) said it expects " rapid strengthening" from Ian over The Next 48 Hours , with maximum sustained winds of 75mph (121kmph).
An NHC official said Cuba could experience " extreme hurricane force winds, life threatening Storm Surge and heavy rainfall" later on Monday.
Classes have been cancelled in parts of The Island , and evacuations have been planned in a handful of western provinces, including near the country's tobacco region.
Authorities in the Cayman Islands , a British territory, are working to provide plywood, sandbags and other supplies to local residents,
" We must prepare for the worst and absolutely pray and hope for The Best , " Premier Wayne Panton said in a video on Sunday.
Along Florida's Tampa Bay coast, grocery store shelves were quickly cleared of basic necessities and there were long queues at gas stations.
" It's never too early to prepare, " Tampa Mayor Jane Castor tweeted on Sunday.
Local officials in her municipality and others like Miami and Fort Lauderdale are distributing free sandbags to help residents protect their homes from flooding.
Meteorologists have said flash flooding is possible by Tuesday in the Florida peninsula and Florida Keys as the approaching hurricane makes landfall.
The Governor declared a state of emergency for all of Florida over the weekend and has now activated 5,000 National Guard troops to assist with relief efforts.
Mr DeSantis said Ian posed a risk of " dangerous Storm Surge , heavy rainfall, flash flooding, strong winds, hazardous seas, and isolated tornadic activity".
" This is a really big hurricane at this point, " He Said at a Monday news conference, urging residents to " remain calm" but " do what you need to be prepared".
The White House has also made its own emergency declaration, which will help federal and state officials coordinate disaster relief and assistance.
President Joe Biden has postponed a planned Tuesday visit to Florida.
The Launch of Nasa's most powerful ever rocket from the Kennedy Space Center, in Florida, has also been delayed. The Artemis 1 rocket was rolled off its launchpad on Monday.
Forecasters have said Cuba could see up to 10 inches (25cm) of rain from Hurricane Ian, while Jamaica and the Cayman Islands could receive between 3-6 inches (8-15cm).
The Caribbean is still reeling from The Effects of Hurricane Fiona, which tore through the region last week.
Moving northward to parts of The Atlantic Canada coastline and eastern Quebec, and downed Power Lines over the weekend.
Source of news: bbc.com
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