Hurricane Michael has strengthened to a category three storm, with winds near 195 kmph as it churns towards the Florida coast in the southern US state. According to the National Hurricane Center, the storm is expected to make landfall today afternoon.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Florida Governor Rick Scott has warned residents to evacuate. Alabama, Florida and Georgia have declared states of emergency in all or parts of the states. At least 13 people have reportedly died in Central America due to the storm.</span>