The Latest: Thousands in Florida shelters set up in schools
MIAMI — The Latest on Hurricane Matthew and Tropical Storm Nicole (all times local):
6:30 a.m.
Officials say some 3,000 people have already checked into shelters in Florida ahead of Hurricane Matthew’s approach.
According to the Florida Division of Emergency Management, 48 shelters are already providing refuge for 3,015 people in Florida. Another 13 special needs shelters are already housing 31 people.