Hurricane Matthew is intensifying. The latest data.

Because of Hurricane Matthew in Florida, one and a half million people were evacuated. Photo: Twitter / Nik Valencia

According to the latest data, about one and a half million people from the southeastern coast of the United States were evacuated due to the approaching hurricane Matthew. Reports about it NBC.

That night the hurricane's strength weakened to force 3. But by morning the optimistic forecasts of meteorologists did not come true. The winds have picked up again, with gusts reaching 140 mph at the latest. The National Hurricane Center classified Matthew as a Category 4.

At the same time, authorities believe that there is a small chance that the hurricane will intensify to category 5 when it approaches the shores of the United States. The authorities are preparing for the worst, and Florida Governor Rick Scott has already stated that the consequences of Matthew's arrival are expected to be catastrophic. At a briefing to reporters, Scott once again called for all residents of coastal areas to evacuate, writes USA Today

According to the latest data, the governor of Florida has requested the assistance of 2500 National Guard members to assist in the evacuation and then to eliminate the consequences of the hurricane. Authorities are already prepared for the fact that some areas of the state may be left without electricity.

“Right now the main task is evacuation. I want to make sure everyone is prepared when the hurricane arrives. Residents of coastal areas have no reason to stay home and not evacuate,” the Florida governor warned. Experts also fear that Matthew could go deep into the coastal US.

According to the latest reports of meteorologists, the hurricane is moving west of the Bahamas towards Florida and will reach the coast that night. On Friday, according to the calculations of weather forecasters, the hurricane will turn to the north-west, will pass along the east coast of Florida and will reach Georgia and South Corolina by Saturday.

Evacuation has already begun in these states. According to NBC, Charleston (South Corolina) left 250 thousands of people. They all rushed to the west, into the continental part. This caused huge traffic jams and a shortage at gas stations and shops. Eyewitnesses also report overcrowded hotels.

Meteorologists also note that usually such hurricanes are strong on the water, but when they pass over land they weaken significantly. But Matthew is an exception. He passed through Haiti and the Bahamas and his strength did not weaken.

According to the latest data, up to 25 people have become victims of a hurricane in Haiti and the Bahamas.

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