Forecasters say the storm is expected to intensify as it moves north over the Gulf of Mexico, but it's still unclear how strong it will be and what path it will take.
At 11:15 a.m. EDT, Idalia was located about 80 miles east-southeast of Cozumel, Mexico, moving east at 2 mph with its highest sustained winds at 40 mph, the NHC said.for 33 counties and authorities there have begun preparing storm response resources, such as high-water vehicles and boats.to keep their gas tanks at least half-full in case officials order any evacuations.
In the coming days, Idalia is expected to move north through the Gulf of Mexico, where forecasters say it could gather strength and turn into a hurricane.
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