According to CNN, "Hurricane Florence has its sights set on North and South Carolina, and if it hits as hard as predicted, the storm will be the most powerful to pound the area in three decades." CNN meteorologist Chad Myers reported, "This storm gets stronger and stronger." It is predicted water will hit the coast at 15 mph, and that rain could reach up to 20 inches. The hurricane center recommends those on the coast who will be directly effected should evacuate if they can.