Florida's governor issued a stark warning - "Do not surf, do not go to the beach, this storm will kill you," as the Sunshine State prepares for the Category 4 hurricane.
ADVERTISEMENTThe first band of rain hits Florida: a sign that Hurricane Matthew is on its way.
If it makes landfall it will be the first major hurricane to hit the Sunshine State since 2005.
Florida’s governor issued a stark warning – “Do not surf, do not go to the beach, this storm will kill you.”
As the wind increased this afternoon in #Florida ahead of Hurricane #Matthew, transformers began to blow. pic.twitter.com/kgIGPflNaM
— WeatherNation (@WeatherNation) October 7, 2016
Shelters have been opened up across the state for residents seeking safety.
With no way of knowing what path the hurricane might take, the warning was extended up the Atlantic coast through Georgia and into South Carolina.
Thoughts w all those affected by #HurricaneMatthew. To those in its path tonight #Florida & #EastCoast, stay safe! pic.twitter.com/1FFMW1T6vY
— Scott Kelly (@StationCDRKelly) October 7, 2016