Hillsborough County, home to the bustling city of Tampa, is gearing up for potential evacuations as authorities brace for an approaching storm. The county's sheriff, Chad Chronister, announced on Sunday evening that mandatory evacuations will be initiated on Monday.
Sheriff Chronister emphasized the importance of heeding evacuation orders, stating, 'We want to give people at least 24 hours' amount of time to get to that safe area.' He urged residents who are considering staying behind to reconsider, emphasizing the risks involved in such a decision.
