Alachua County urges residents of mobile or manufactured homes to evacuate

Staff report

ALACHUA COUNTY, Fla. – Emphasizing that two-thirds of Alachua County has the potential for 110 mph winds, officials are urging all residents of mobile homes, manufactured homes, substandard housing, or flood-prone areas to evacuate.

Hurricane Idalia continues to intensify rapidly. Alachua County has a 96% chance for tropical storm-force winds and a 47% chance for hurricane-force winds.

Residents who are unable to go to a hotel or stay with friends or family can use County shelters.