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Hurricane Idalia brought 131 mph winds that cut power for more than 250,000 in Florida. Get the latest updates by texting 'Hello' to (239) 356-8340.

Winds decreased slightly before landfall Wednesday morning in the Big Bend area of Florida.

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Brevard residents can expect rain, strong winds and the possibility of a tornado as Hurricane Idalia pushes toward north Florida

"Hunker down. Don't mess with this storm," said DeSantis. "Do not go outside in the midst of this storm, This is a very, very powerful storm."

The Florida National Guard positioned 10 rescue helicopters at Melbourne Orlando International Airport in preparation for Hurricane Idalia

Brevard spared from Idalia with the exception of some wind gusts and rough seas.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency in 49 counties, as winds blew and Hurricane Idalia's surge was expected to be lethal.

Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend area Wednesday morning and is expected to bring gusty weather to Brevard

With just hours before landfall, Idalia is expected to become a destructive Category 3 hurricane as it nears the Tallahassee, Florida, area.