Gov. Scott declares state of emergency before Subtropical Storm Alberto State of emergency active in all 67 Florida counties No description found
Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency on Saturday ahead of Subtropical Storm Alberto's predicted path near Florida.
A press release from the governor's office said the state of emergency affects the entire state of Florida.
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Scott said he declared the state of emergency to help Floridians best prepare for the coming days .
"Remember, the track of these storms can change without notice. Do not think that only areas in the cone will be impacted -- everyone in our state must be prepared," Scott said.
Central Florida is expected to start experiencing heavy rain from the storm on Sunday morning . News 6 meteorologist Troy Bridges also predicted heavy gusts of wind with the possibility of tornadoes.
A flood watch is in place Saturday afternoon through Monday.
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