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Hurricane Francine Strengthens, Gulf Coast Braces For Impact

Pat Simon, a resident of Morgan City, stops at a gas station after loading up a rental truck with possessions from his home, as he evacuates to a hotel in anticipation of Hurricane Francine, in Morgan

Hurricane Francine is intensifying over the Gulf Coast, with the storm expected to make landfall later today. The current location of the storm is approximately 150 miles away, packing sustained winds of around 90 miles per hour. While remaining a category one hurricane, Francine poses significant risks of dangerous flooding, storm surge, and wind damage.

Residents in Morgan City, Louisiana, are experiencing deteriorating conditions as heavy rain and strong winds hit the area. Despite initial concerns of Francine escalating to a category two hurricane, it is now projected to maintain its current status. However, the potential for flooding remains a major concern, especially due to the already saturated ground from previous non-tropical storms.

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