Hurricane Milton

2024 - 10 - 7

Hurricane Milton: Hold Onto Your Umbrellas, Florida!

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Brace yourselves, Florida! Hurricane Milton is ready to blow in just days after Storm Helene took the mainland by storm. Here’s what you need to know!

As Hurricane Milton approaches the coast of Florida, residents have been warned to brace for what many experts are calling a "once in a lifetime" storm. With memories of Hurricane Irma still fresh, this hurricane is expected to be the largest evacuation effort since 2017. Milton has rapidly intensified from a tropical storm into a Category 1 hurricane, and if forecasts hold, it's set to escalate to a Category 3 hurricane before making landfall this Wednesday. As Floridians continue to prepare for the storm, communities are coming together, stocking up on supplies and boarding up windows in anticipation of the fierce winds and potential devastation.

Just ten days after the catastrophic Storm Helene, which reshaped landscapes and lives across parts of the mainland, Hurricane Milton is a stark reminder of how quickly things can change. Milton is currently projected to impact the Tampa Bay area significantly, thrusting Florida into a state of alertness. Forecasters warn that the storm surge—an enormous wall of water pushed onto land by the hurricane’s winds—poses serious risks. Historically, storm surges have been among the leading culprits behind hurricane fatalities, so preparation is more critical than ever.

The good news is that residents are definitely not in this alone. Local authorities are mobilizing resources, emergency response teams are on standby, and community networks are going above and beyond to offer support. As the storm gathers momentum, updates are coming in thick and fast, with live maps available for tracking the latest shifts in Milton's path. Many Floridians certainly feel the weight of history on their shoulders, having faced previous storms and natural disasters, but resilience runs deep in the Sunshine State.

As the forecast continues to evolve, residents are urged to pay close attention to the updates and advisories coming from the National Hurricane Center. With strong winds expected and heavy rainfall in the forecast, community solidarity and proactive measures could help mitigate the storm's impact. It's vital to remain informed and prepared while keeping an eye on Hydro Milton's antics as it barrels toward land.

Did you know that Hurricane Katrina—perhaps one of the most infamous hurricanes in history—was directly linked to the surge in hurricane preparedness protocols? It's true! Post-Katrina, many regions have significantly improved their emergency response strategies. Furthermore, hurricanes derive their strength from warm ocean waters, which is why storms often intensify as they move over bodies of water. So, what's the takeaway? Keep your umbrellas dry, and let's hope Milton has a quick exit strategy!

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Hurricane Milton tracker: Florida warned 'once in a lifetime' storm on ... (The Independent)

Floridians asked to brace for what could be the largest evacuation since Hurricane Irma in 2017.

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Hurricane Milton expected to strengthen as it heads for Florida (BBC News)

It comes just 10 days after Storm Helene - the deadliest mainland storm since Katrina in 2005.

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Hurricane Milton could make landfall in Florida as Category 3 storm (NBC News)

Tropical Storm Milton rapidly intensified into a Category 1 hurricane Sunday with its path aimed at Florida, less than two weeks after Hurricane Helene ...

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Live Map: Track the path of Hurricane Milton (PBS NewsHour)

Milton quickly intensified Sunday and is on track to become a major hurricane with the Tampa Bay area in its sights, putting Florida on edge and triggering ...

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Milton to become a major hurricane Monday as it barrels toward ... (USA TODAY)

Milton, which became a hurricane Sunday, is predicted to reach Category 3 status and capable of causing ''devastating damage.''

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Maps: Tracking Hurricane Milton (The New York Times)

Storm surge is the ocean water pushed ashore by the storm's winds and has historically been the leading cause of death from hurricanes.

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Hurricane Milton: Updates (The Current)

Glynn County could experience tropical storm force winds, with gusts between 30-40 mph likely starting on Wednesday morning. Heavy Rainfall Potential: The ...

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Hurricane Milton set to hit US - as Florida prepares for biggest ... (Sky News)

The violent storm is forecast to make landfall in the US on Wednesday. It comes less than a fortnight after Hurricane Helene caused widespread damage and ...

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Hurricane Milton gaining strength fast, expected to hit Florida as a ... (CBS News)

A quickly intensifying storm grew into Hurricane Milton on Sunday less than a day after it developed in the Gulf of Mexico. Forecasters with the National ...

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Hurricane Milton strengthens, triggers storm surge warnings for ... (NBC News)

Life-threatening storm surges are due to hit Florida's Gulf Coast this week with the arrival of Hurricane Milton, which is strengthening over the southern ...

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Live updates: Sarasota, Bradenton brace for Hurricane Milton ... (Sarasota Herald-Tribune)

Hurricane Milton threatens Sarasota and Manatee counties with a massive storm surge and potential Category 4 winds. Residents prepare for flooding.

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Hurricane Milton: Florida braces for second major storm in a fortnight (TTG)

Milton expected to make landfall along Florida's western Gulf coast mid-week, days after the state was battered by Hurricane Helene – the deadliest for ...

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Hurricane Milton explodes into Category 3 on track to Florida Gulf ... (CNN)

Hurricane Milton explodes into Category 3 on track to Florida Gulf Coast · What we're covering · Milton is a dangerous major hurricane. Here's where it's headed.

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Tracking Hurricane Milton's Latest Path (Bloomberg)

Hurricane Milton was in the western Gulf of Mexico on Monday and and is forecast to approach Florida's west coast as a major hurricane by midweek, the National ...

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Hurricane Milton is biggest potential ILS market threat since Ian in ... (Artemis.bm)

As hurricane Milton heads towards Florida, the developing storm situation poses the biggest potential threat to the insurance-linked securities (ILS)

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Reinsurance brokers warn of potentially significant impacts from ... (Reinsurance News)

With maximum sustained winds of 90 mph, Milton is likely to become a major hurricane later today and is moving "erratically eastward" through the southern.

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Hurricane Milton intensifies to category 3 as Florida braces for 'major ... (The Guardian)

Storm could make landfall on Wednesday as state prepares what could be biggest evacuation since 2017.

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As Hurricane Milton intensifies, Florida could see its largest ... (NPR)

Milton became a Category 3 storm early Monday and is expected to continue to strengthen before making landfall in Florida midweek. The state could see its ...

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Map: Track Hurricane Milton's path, forecast and status (NBC News)

Hurricane Milton is expected to continue to develop rapidly as it crosses warm water in the Gulf of Mexico.

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Hurricane Milton Is A Category 4 Headed Toward Florida—Here's ... (Forbes)

Tropical storm warnings cover much of the same area in Florida, with the addition of the Florida Keys, and a storm surge warning is in effect near Charlotte ...

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Milton strengthens again, now a Cat 4 hurricane aiming at Florida ... (USA TODAY)

What could be a deadly storm surge from Hurricane Milton of 8-12 feet is possible for more than 200 miles of coastline − with Tampa in the middle.

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Hurricane Milton live updates: Storm now a Category 5 as Florida ... (NBC News)

The storm is expected to make landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast on Wednesday, amid a number of evacuation warnings, as the state still recovers from Hurricane ...

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Mapped: Charting Hurricane Milton's path as it heads for Florida (The Independent)

Floridians are preparing for a second hurricane in as many weeks after Helene made landfall last month.

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Hurricane Milton heads for Florida: Predicted path and what to expect (Aljazeera.com)

Evacuation orders have been issued as Florida braces for new storm while still reeling from Hurricane Helene.

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