TALLAHASSEE, Florida — As Hurricane Irma continues its trek through the Caribbean, Floridians prepare for storm’s uncertain landfall. **UPDATES BELOW** UPDATE 2 p.m. ET: South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster declares a state of emergency as the Palmetto State is now in the forecasted path of Hurricane Irma. Gov. Henry McMaster Asks South Carolinians to Prepare for Hurricane Irma, Declares State of Emergency pic.twitter.com/IxpyGY4EZX — SC Governor Press (@scgovernorpress) September 6, 2017 UPDATE 1:25 p.m. ET: A story from the Miami Herald warns some Puerto Ricans could be without power for four to six months after Hurricane Irma passes. In Puerto Rico, the electric company warned the island could be without power for four to six months while the government prepared to open 456 shelters capable of housing more than 62,000 people. (h/t The Hill) UPDATE 12:40 p.m. ET: Hurricane Irma’s outer bands are beginning to arrive in Puerto Rico. 1230p: Eye of #Irma passing over Virgin Gorda in BVI. Outer bands lashing NE Puerto Rico. pic.twitter.com/rBws3YaLyV — Capital Weather Gang (@capitalweather) September 6, 2017 UPDATE 12:20 p.m. ET: Watch briefing live from Doral, FL featuring Gov. Rick Scott. UPDATE 12 p.m. ET: The National Hurricane Center’s 11 a.m. advisory has the storm located at 18.2°N
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