Hurricane Laura Now Forecast To Hit Category 4

A category four hurricane with 110 mph winds is approaching the Gulf Coast, expected to hit late Wednesday or early Thursday. The National Hurricane Center warns of life-threatening storm surges, strong winds, and flooding in Texas and Louisiana. Power outages could last weeks or months, prompting over half a million evacuations. Some residents choose to stay, citing concerns about power loss. The storm's remnants may cause flash floods in Arkansas and heavy rain in Missouri, Tennessee, and Kentucky.

What is the expected wind speed of the category four storm approaching the Gulf Coast?

• 90 mph

• 150 mph

• 110 mph

• 130 mph

Which areas are warned about potential life-threatening storm surge and flooding?

• South Carolina and North Carolina

• Alabama and Mississippi

• Texas and Louisiana

• Florida and Georgia

How long could the power outages last according to the National Weather Service?

• A few days

• A year

• A week

• Weeks or possibly months

What is the estimated number of people advised to evacuate ahead of the storm?

• 500,000

• 1,000,000

• 250,000

• 100,000

Which states are expected to experience heavy rainfall later in the week?

• Florida, Georgia, and Alabama

• Missouri, Tennessee, and Kentucky

• Virginia, West Virginia, and Ohio

• North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia