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Gulf Coast preps as Ida weakens to tropical storm

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Schools closed, residents of low-lying areas sought shelter and Florida's governor declared a state of emergency Monday as a rare late-season tropical storm churned toward the Gulf Coast. Full Article at WCNC

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  1. MOBILE, Alabama - A weakening Tropical Storm Ida lashed the U.S. Gulf Coast with drenching rain and high surf on Tuesday as it moved ashore after shutting down almost 30 percent of Gulf of Mexico energy production. Full Article at Vancouver Sun

  2. PENSACOLA — Gulf Coast residents hunkered down at home and in shelters Monday as a rare late-season tropical storm headed their way, bringing with it the potential for high winds, flooding and up to 8 inches of rain in some places. Full Article at The USF Oracle

  3. PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) - Schools closed, residents of low-lying areas sought shelter and Florida's governor declared a state of emergency Monday as a rare late-season tropical storm churned toward the Gulf Coast. Full Article at WLBT

  4. Published November 09, 2009 08:17 am - Hurricane Ida was weakening early Monday as it headed for the Gulf Coast but could still pack hurricane-strength winds and storm surges when it hits the shore overnight. Full Article at Tifton Gazette

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