On Monday, Florida became the first U.S. state to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America in an emergency declaration. This comes as the region braces for a major winter weather event, with parts of Florida and Georgia facing bitter temperatures and significant precipitation, including sleet and snow. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a weather emergency as winter storm warnings are issued across northern Florida, urging residents to prepare for dangerous conditions that are unusual for the state. There are ongoing monitoring and preparations for potential snowfall and icy roads.
The state of Florida became the first U.S. state to officially refer to the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America during an emergency declaration.
Winter storm warnings have been issued across multiple counties in Northern Florida, with dangerously cold temperatures expected and residents advised to prepare.
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