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Tropical Storm Idalia is forecast to be a major, Category 3 hurricane when it makes landfall by midweek somewhere along Florida's Gulf coast, bringing an array of impacts, including a "life-threatening" storm surge, gusty winds and heavy rain.
A hurricane watch is in effect from Englewood to Indian Pass — this includes the Tampa Bay region. A storm surge watch is in effect for Chokoloskee to Indian Pass, Florida, including Tampa Bay.
MORE: https://www.wtsp.com/article/weather/tropics/tropical-storm-florida-idalia-track-latest/67-875359e3-c35d-4a08-b22d-0c3efd411357