Hurricane Milton wreaked havoc in Florida, bringing powerful winds, storm surges, and flooding, causing extensive damage and power outages. The hurricane made landfall as a Category 3 storm, weakening to a Category 1 as it moved through the state. A flash flood emergency was issued in west-central Florida, warning of life-threatening events due to heavy rainfall. Several collapsed cranes were reported in St. Petersburg, causing damage but no injuries.
St. Lucie County reported tornadoes killing residents, and search and rescue efforts were underway. The storm continued to bring devastation to central Florida, with high winds and rains causing damage. Utility companies reported over 3 million customers without power. St. Petersburg officials advised residents to boil water due to a broken water main.
Despite the damage, Taylor Swift donated $5 million to Hurricane Milton relief efforts. The storm caused significant damage, shredding the roof of Tropicana Field and damaging structures in its path. Sierra Key, a prosperous area, was heavily impacted by the storm. Georgia’s coastal residents were warned to prepare for possible hazards as Milton approached.
Hurricane Milton’s rapid intensification and low barometric pressure made it an unusually fierce storm. Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia urged residents to prepare for potential impacts from the storm. As Milton continued to move towards the Atlantic Ocean, the storm’s destruction left a path of devastation in its wake.
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