Looking at the satellite loops this morning, it appears that the CDO has begun to expand, indicating that Ian has begun to expand. The projected path does appear to be one that would lessen the storm surge impact to Tampa Bay. However, a slight wobble one way or the other will cause major changes to the local impacts. Also, Ian is projected to slow significantly as it approaches landfall which will result in extended exposure to damaging winds and rainfall. At any rate, everyone should have their preparations completed and keep abreast of each update.