TAMPA (970 WFLA) -- The National Hurricane Center says Marco Island, south of Naples, is about to get pounded by the most severe winds from Hurricane Irma.
Irma is centered about 35 miles S of Naples, at 25.6 N 81.8 W. That's 167 miles from Tampa.
Top winds are down to 120 miles per hour... it's moving north at 12 miles per hour.
A Storm Surge Warning is in effect for... Tampa Bay
A Hurricane Warning is in effect for our entire area.
STORM SURGE:
10 to 15 ft Captiva to Ana Maria Island...
5 to 10 ft Ana Maria Island to Clearwater Beach, including Tampa Bay...
RAINFALL: Western Florida peninsula...10 to 15 inches, isolated 20 inches.
TORNADOES: Tornadoes are possible through tonight, mainly across southern, central, and eastern portions of the Florida Peninsula.
THE EYE: Do not venture outside when the calm eye of the hurricane passes over, as dangerous winds will return very quickly when the eye moves away.
SURF: Swells generated by Irma are affecting the southeast coast of the United States. These swells are likely to cause life- threatening surf and rip current conditions. Please consult products from your local weather office.