Storm Idalia strengthens near Cuba, heads to Florida

Miami (AFP) Aug 28, 2023

Tropical Storm Idalia strengthened as it neared Cuba and the abnormally hot waters of the Gulf of Mexico on Monday, with forecasters predicting it could become a major hurricane before roaring ashore in Florida this week. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis warned the storm could have "major impact" along the Gulf coast, telling a news conference that evacuations would take place and residents sho