In Guantanamo, Cubans awaited the storm with both hope and fear. An official drought has been declared in the region. On Wednesday, visitors to the Florida Keys were ordered to leave as officials braced for the possibility of the storm's arrival. Ghost of Hurricane Andrew Miami has so far seen only a few light showers, but residents who remember the devastation of Hurricane Andrew eight years ago are taking this weaker storm seriously. Floridians are preparing but not panicking, stocking up on food, water, batteries, and plywood to board up windows.
Emergency managers suggest a two-week supply of food per person and per pet.
Officials are telling people to listen to weather reports, but that they don't know how hard the storm will hit. The Web Copyright 2000 ABC News Internet Ventures.