TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) - Florida officials are monitoring a tropical depression that has the potential to be a hurricane impacting the Florida Panhandle in the coming days.
Governor Rick Scott's office announced that he will be briefed by the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) on potential storm impacts.
At this time, the depression is forecast to move north – northwest into the Gulf of Mexico this weekend and could turn into a hurricane impacting the Florida Panhandle.
Governor Scott said, “As we closely monitor this storm, it is so important for Florida families to remain vigilant, restock hurricane supply kits and ensure hurricane preparedness plans are in place."
The governor encourages all Floridians to visit www.FLGetAPlan.org to get prepared.
