At least 13 people are dead and residents are waking up to survey the damage after Hurricane Milton devastated parts of Florida.
Milton made landfall Wednesday night near Siesta Key in Sarasota County as a Category 3 hurricane, bringing multiple tornadoes, 28-foot waves, strong winds, heavy rain, and a devastating storm surge.
Four people were killed in a St. Lucie County retirement village by a tornado sparked by a hurricane after more than a dozen twisters struck the area within 20 minutes.
A crane fell into the river due to strong winds. tampa bay times In St. Petersburg, the roof of Tropicana Field baseball stadium remains in disrepair.
More than 3.3 million homes and businesses were without power in Florida, with homes in the Midwest hardest hit.
Evacuation warnings have been issued for millions of people, and Bradenton Police Chief Melanie predicted a bleak prognosis for those who ignored the advice. “What will probably be found in the morning is a body,” she told BBC Radio 4. today Thursday morning program.
After making landfall, Milton weakened to a Category 1 hurricane and moved off Florida’s east coast, where residents are still battling fierce winds and storm surge.
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue shares stunning aerial photos of flooding and damage
Julia MustoOctober 10, 2024 23:00
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission warns of alligators and snakes in flooded areas
Julia MustoOctober 10, 2024 22:50
Several feet of sand accumulates on Venice Beach due to Hurricane Milton.
Julia MustoOctober 10, 2024 22:45
About 70 percent of Pinellas County remains without power.
As of Thursday, about 70% of Pinellas County remained without power, according to Duke Energy’s Jeff Baker.
“The restoration will take a long time,” he said.
Some residents could face power outages for a week or more.
Julia MustoOctober 10, 2024 22:30
All Milton warnings have been canceled
The National Hurricane Center has canceled all storm surge and tropical storm warnings related to Milton.
This storm is now a past tropical storm.
Julia MustoOctober 10, 2024 22:20
Coast Guard rescues man clinging to cooler in Gulf of Mexico
Julia MustoOctober 10, 2024 22:15
Hurricane Milton death toll rises to 13
Hurricane Milton has struck Florida, killing at least four people in Volusia County, authorities said Thursday.
“Last night, I was able to travel across the county before and as the eye made landfall, and all I can say is that we are heading into a long recovery, and we need your help to get it done. We need it,” said Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood. he told reporters.
This announcement brings the death toll to 13.
Julia MustoOctober 10, 2024 22:08
