Charlotte County has declared a local state of emergency due to Tropical Storm Milton.
Charlotte County is currently under a Flood Watch. Tropical Storm Milton is strengthening and is expected to rapidly intensify into a major hurricane before making landfall on Florida's west coast.
Life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds and heavy rainfall are associated with this storm.
The current local state of emergency due to Hurricane Helene will be extended for seven days.
Charlotte County urges residents to stay vigilant, monitor the storm's progress, review emergency plans and ensure hurricane kits are ready.
For information, call the Charlotte County Emergency Operations Center at 941-833-4000.
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