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Florida braced as Wilma strengthens toward hurricane status
Residents in Punta Gorda and across Florida rushed to stock up on water, canned goods, and ice as Wilma strengthened into the 12th hurricane of the season. Forecasters warned it could reach Category 3 with possible landfall this weekend, prompting widespread preparations and reminders to avoid panic.
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United States
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Port Charlotte
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National Hurricane Center
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Charlotte County
Jeb Bush
Mike Stone
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Atlantic
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