Hurricane Milton slammed into Florida Wednesday night, causing widespread devastation before heading into the Atlantic, making landfall as a category 3 storm. Meteorologists thought it would be a category 5. The destruction left at least four people dead and knocked out power to more than 3 million homes and businesses.
While Tampa avoided a direct hit, the storm still brought intense rain, flooding, and a storm surge of up to 10 feet in some areas. Officials warn the danger isn’t over, with flooding still a major concern, especially in hardened areas like Plant City. Tornadoes were also reported across the state, further adding to the chaos.
Gov. Ron DeSantis urged residents to stay indoors as crews work to clear roads and restore power. Florida is still reeling from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, and many areas are struggling to recover from the double blow.
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