Rick Scott on Isaac: We Planned for Storm During GOP Convention

Here's the statement Gov. Rick Scott issued early Wednesday afternoon on Tropical Storm Isaac:

Although Tropical Storm Isaac is still far from Floridas shores, we are closely tracking the potential for the storm to impact part or all of the state, including the Tampa Bay region during the Republican National Convention. Floridas state emergency management team and local emergency teams have been working closely with convention officials and have been planning for this event for more than a year, and the possibility of a hurricane hitting the convention has been part of that planning process.

I am confident in our preparation, and the decision process in place to ensure the safety of both our residents and visitors during the convention.

"As Floridas governor, Im urging everyone across the state to monitor the storm track, and use the next several days to prepare for a potential storm. As we know, storms this far from land are still unpredictable and everyone should be vigilant and prepared.