Hurricane Idalia is nearing Category 3 major hurricane strength as it continues its trek northward across the Gulf of Mexico. Outer rainbands are pushing their way into southwest Florida and the Tampa Bay region. Life-threatening storm surge, hurricane-force wind and isolated tornadoes are increasingly likely for portions of the Florida Gulf Coast. MORE: https://www.wtsp.com/article/weather/hurricane/tropical-storm-florida-idalia-track-latest/67-875359e3-c35d-4a08-b22d-0c3efd411357 ►Subscribe: https://on.wtsp.com/youtube ►Website: https://www.wtsp.com/ ►Facebook: https://facebook.com/10TampaBay ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/10TampaBay