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White House Press Secretary to Hold Press Conference on Hurricane Idalia

The White House press secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, ⁤will be hosting a highly anticipated ⁤press conference on Wednesday to address the ongoing⁣ impact of Hurricane Idalia in Florida. This powerful storm has brought with it high winds and extreme flooding, causing⁤ significant concern ​for the affected regions.

Idalia’s Landfall and Intensity

Hurricane ​Idalia made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region at approximately 7:45 a.m. on⁤ Wednesday, unleashing winds reaching an astonishing 125 mph. ⁢The sheer force of this storm has prompted storm surge and hurricane warnings​ across various areas⁤ of​ Florida, as well as coastal regions in Georgia and South Carolina.

Impacted Areas and Evacuations

Idalia is projected to affect a staggering 46 counties in Florida, leading Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) to issue evacuation orders in 23 ⁢counties. The safety and ⁣well-being of residents remain a top priority as authorities work⁤ diligently to ensure their protection.

Collaboration between the Biden Administration and Governor DeSantis

President⁤ Joe ‍Biden ‍is expected to address the nation later today, ⁤outlining his ⁤administration’s response to the hurricane. The Biden⁤ administration is actively collaborating⁢ with Governor DeSantis to provide federal aid and resources to assist in the aftermath of ⁣the storm. This joint effort aims ⁤to‍ alleviate⁢ the damages caused by Hurricane Idalia and support affected communities.

To stay updated⁤ on ‌the latest developments, click here to read more from The Washington Examiner.

Emergency Declaration and ‌Press Briefing

President Biden has already approved an emergency‌ declaration on Monday, further highlighting the urgency of ‌the situation. ‌The White House press briefing, ⁤scheduled⁣ for⁤ 12:45 p.m. Eastern time on Wednesday, will provide crucial updates and insights into the ongoing response efforts.