Hurricane Ian forms into powerful storm, prompting evacuation order in Tampa
Hurricane Ian forms into powerful storm, prompting evacuation order in Tampa
Residents in Tampa have received a mandatory evacuation order as Hurricane Ian approaches

By Andrea Vacchiano , Anders Hagstrom | Fox News
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Tropical Storm Ian strengthened into Hurricane Ian Monday morning, as coastal residents brace for major impacts from the storm as the week progresses.
Hurricane status was declared at around 5:00 a.m. as the storm’s winds strengthened to 75 miles per hour, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Hurricane Ian is expected to become a significant hurricane within the next 48 hours. A Hurricane Watch was issued for Florida’s Gulf Coast, including Tampa Bay.