Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to strengthen to a Category 2 hurricane by the time it reaches Florida's  Gulf Coast on Tuesday.

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Winds could reach up to 100 miles per hour.

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The storm could bring heavy rains to Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas.

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A hurricane watch has been issued for a large section of western Florida, extending from Englewood to Indian Pass, and including Tampa Bay.

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A tropical storm watch has also been issued for the Gulf Coast south of Englewood to Chokoloskee.

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Residents should keep their gas tanks at least halfway full in case emergency evacuation orders are issued.

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Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida has signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency in 33 counties in preparation for the storm.

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The combination of the tide and storm surge could bring water levels up to 11 feet in some parts of the Florida coast.

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