2018, the most powerful hurricane of the year, moves to the USA: where and when will it land

Tropical Storm Florence, currently 1500 miles (2400 km) from the Outer Banks of North Carolina and 765 miles (1231 km) from Bermuda, is expected to become a dangerous major hurricane off the southeast coast of the United States by the end of next week,” the National Hurricane Center said today. Florence could make landfall as a dangerous Category 4 hurricane, becoming the most powerful hurricane of 2018.

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As of Sunday morning, the wind speed was fixed at 70 miles per hour (113 km / h). But the tropical storm is moving toward warmer waters, increasing the risk that Florence could become a third category or higher hurricane by Monday, CNN.

Earlier it was reported that Florence is likely to become a full-fledged 3 category hurricane on Saturday, when wind speeds exceed 74 miles per hour (almost 120 km / h), writes USA Today. According to the latest forecasts, the east coast of Florence will approach as a 4 hurricane with winds up to 140 miles per hour (225 km / h). Preliminary data says he may touch the US coast on Thursday.

Such a storm could cause power outages that could last for weeks or even months, the National Hurricane Center said. If Florence made landfall with such winds (it would not necessarily be the case), "much of the area would be uninhabitable within a few weeks or months."

Heavy rains can also lead to catastrophic floods, possible anywhere from Florida to New England, complements AccuWeather information. Flooding can also be caused by the diminishing hurricane Gordon, which will still rain in some parts of the Midwest and eastern parts of the country this weekend.

"Many areas in Missouri, Illinois and Indiana will remain under a flood warning throughout Saturday," AccuWeather meteorologist Ryan Adamson said. Some areas could see up to half a foot (15 cm) of rain over the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

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More than 50 of millions of Americans live in areas of potential flooding, mainly in the Midwest and in Texas.

As for Florence, the hurricane center said early Saturday that "gradual strengthening is forecast through the weekend." The governors of Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina have declared states of emergency for both states.

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper made the announcement late Friday, saying it was "too early" to know for sure where the storm would pass, but residents should use this weekend to prepare for a possible disaster.

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On Saturday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster also declared a state of emergency, but no evacuation orders have been issued so far. By mid-Saturday, the storm wind speed of Florence reached 65 miles per hour (105 km / h), it is moving west with 7 miles per hour (11 km / h). The epicenter of the hurricane is located approximately 835 miles (1340 km) southeast of Bermuda.

The Weather Channel noted that “all regions along the East Coast of the United States, from Florida to New England, should closely monitor the progress and forecasts for Florence. If you live in an area that could be affected by a hurricane, make sure you have a hurricane preparedness plan in place before official warnings are issued.

Two other storms, Helene and Isaac, are raging in the central and eastern Pacific. Weather forecasters say that Helen may not reach land, Isaac promises to get to the Caribbean region next week. Residents are advised to follow forecasts.

On Friday it was reported that hurricane florence weakened to a tropical storm. Americans were warned that, regardless of the direction of Florence, big waves from the storm would reach Bermuda from Friday and part of the US East Coast this weekend, leading to life-threatening surfs and underwater currents.

Most storms in this region tend to change their trajectory and not reach the United States. But an unusually strong high pressure could block the deviation, said meteorologist Ryan Mau.

"If you live anywhere from coastal Georgia to Massachusetts, you better start planning your next steps now," said meteorologist Mike Bettes.

In August last year, Hurricane Harvey also had the power of the 4 category on landfall in Texas, which led to catastrophic floods in the southeastern part of the state, massive destruction and the death of 83 people. The damage caused by the disaster amounted to 70 billion US dollars.

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