Hurricane Milton Takes Aim: Florida Braces for Life-Threatening Surge as Storm Rapidly Strengthens

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Tropical Storm Milton which is currently in the Gulf of Mexico, is expected to intensify into a major hurricane in the coming week.

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Gov DeSantis has declared a state of emergency in 51 out of 67 Florida counties and alerted the public to be prepared in case of emergency.

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Rainfall prediction for the storm are predicted to be between 5 - 8 inches, with the potential of it reaching upto 12 inches.

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Evacuation orders may be issued as early as Monday, and residents are urged to prepare for potential power outages and widespread damage.

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Hurricane Milton Takes Aim: Florida Braces for Life-Threatening Surge as Storm Rapidly Strengthens

Tropical Storm Milton which is currently in the Gulf of Mexico, is expected to intensify into a major hurricane in the coming week.

Gov DeSantis has declared a state of emergency in 51 out of 67 Florida counties and alerted the public to be prepared in case of emergency.

Rainfall prediction for the storm are predicted to be between 5 - 8 inches, with the potential of it reaching upto 12 inches.

Evacuation orders may be issued as early as Monday, and residents are urged to prepare for potential power outages and widespread damage.

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