Kemp Braces For Possible Impact From Hurricane Ian

ATLANTA, GA — Ahead of any potential impact from Hurricane Ian, Gov. Brian Kemp has activated the State Operations Center, according to his office.

The National Hurricane Center reported Ian was expected to gain more strength quickly Monday, producing significant wind and storm surge impacts in western Cuba.

Flooding is possible for west central Florida, with additional flooding possible for rivers across the Florida Peninsula later in the week, according to the Hurricane Center.

Kemp said in a news release Ian could possibly cause severe weather damage for large parts of Georgia this week.

He said the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency is monitoring the hurricane.

"I want to thank Director (Chris) Stallings and his team, as well as our emergency management partners throughout the state who stand at the ready, ensuring Georgia is prepared for whatever this major storm system could bring," Kemp said. "I urge my fellow Georgians to monitor this storm as it evolves and calmly take the necessary precautions to keep their families and neighbors safe, if the storm continues to intensify. Throughout the week, I will work closely with GEMA/HS, the weather service, public safety organizations and others to ensure we leave nothing to chance."

Storm preparedness information is available through the GEMA/HS.