Florida state declares a state of emergency in 18 counties . Karen predicted to be at or near hurricane strength late Friday , early Saturday . A tropical storm warning is issued for a part of southeastern Louisiana . FEMA suspended some of its employees who were furloughed during storm .
Florida governor declares a state of emergency in 18 counties . Karen expected to be at or near hurricane strength late Friday , early Saturday . A tropical storm warning is issued for a part of southeastern Louisiana . FEMA recalls some of its workers who were furloughed during shutdown .