COCOA BEACH, Fla. - Several outer rain bands tied to slow-moving Hurricane Dorian pushed through Florida's Space Coast, the 72-mile coastline known for its beaches and space-age attractions.
Weather conditions in the Space Coast were deteriorating Monday night, and residents from the popular coastal community were rushing to leave.
Cocoa Beach resident Josh Waser said he feared he and his family were already up against the clock.
He knew the storm's fury left at least five people dead, dozens injured and flooded homes in the Bahamas.
To the west of Cocoa Beach, homes in low-lying areas border the Indian River, which has spilled its banks in past storms.