The satellite image of Idalia show it attempting to create an eye as of 4:26pm. This is a further sign of strengthening.  Wind Forecast This is the National Weather Service's digital presentation forecast of the wind gusts associated with Hurricane Idalia.  Please note the proximity of 70 mph wind gusts to Tampa Bay. There will already be a storm surge into the bay but if either the wind field should enlarge or the storm take a track even slightly farther east, then then conditions may be worse than forecast.  Below is the earliest likely time of arrival of 40 mph winds.  H = Hurricane. M = Major Hurricane. S = Tropical Storm. Anyone in the hurricane warning (red) area should be prepared for winds of 70 mph or stronger.  Storm Surge Forecast Storm surge warnings are in effect! Life-threatening surge likely.  From the National Hurricane Center: Inundation of 8 to 12 feet above ground level is expected somewhere between Chassahowitzka and Aucilla River. Resi...