Tropical Storm Ian is strengthening into a Category 2 hurricane , prompting authorities in Florida to urge residents to make preparations for the storm.

These images coming from the International Space Station.

Ian is forecast to move northwest through the Caribbean, near Cuba and the Cayman Islands, before reaching Florida’s west coast by Wednesday.

The National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane watch for parts of Florida, including the Keys, and is advising people in the affected areas to monitor the storm’s progress.

The International Space Station just flew directly over #HurricaneIan, passing about 258 miles over the strengthening storm: https://t.co/9qeFVn9Lsn pic.twitter.com/YPixCr9IyI

— Brian Lada (@wxlada) September 26, 2022

Ian is expected to bring heavy rains and strong winds to Florida, which could lead to flooding and power outages.

Residents are being advised to stock up on supplies, including food, water, and medicine, and to have a plan in place in case they need to evacuate.

The governor calling for people to head to shelters.

Florida will be activating unvaccinated servicemen and women in response to Hurricane Ian.

"Regardless of what DOD may end up doing with those people…we will be activating all of those people in support of the citizens of Florida." pic.twitter.com/gvMI8Po1cM

— Daily Caller (@DailyCaller) September 26, 2022