A leading 2024 presidential hopeful has paused his campaign with an eye on helping with the restoration efforts in the state he leads after a devastating hurricane.
Here’s a look at what Governor Ron DeSantis had to say about the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia.
What Happened: Hurricane Idalia reached the coast of Florida on Wednesday morning and was confirmed to be a Category 3 storm.
Winds reaching 130 miles per hour from the storm inflicted extensive damage across multiple regions of Florida. Residents in areas that were expected to get hit had evacuation orders prior to its arrival.
The storm has claimed at least two lives due to accidents caused by intense rainfall in the region.
On Wednesday, DeSantis addressed both the press and Florida residents, offering guidance.
“Don’t put your life at risk by doing anything dumb at this point. This thing’s powerful. If you’re inside, just hunker down until it gets past you,” he said.
The Florida governor not only issued a safety warning but also had strong words for those intending to engage in ...