With the midterms now four weeks away. Good morning. This is early start. Im joe jonhns. Im christine romans. It is 4 00 a. M. In the east. We begin with breaking news. Florida panhandle bracing for Hurricane Michael. Hurricane michael is expected to strengthen to a category three by the time it hits the panhandle midday wednesday. States of emergency declared in florida and alabama. Emergency officials have ordered evacuations in ten counties. Some mandatory. Others voluntary. Florida governor rick scott strongly urging people to heed all warnings. Every family must be prepared. Remember, we can rebuild your house, but not rebuild your life. Take this seriously. Keep your family safe. Meteorologist ivan cabrera is live in the cnn weather center. Ivan, what is the latest on the storm . Christine, i have been watching this spin all night. At time it is looked like it would at times it looked like it would explode. It is still a category one. We will get an update at the top of the hour
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