Hey there, amigos! It's time to grab your umbrellas and hunker down because Hurricane Milton is making waves—literally! 🌊
On Wednesday, Hurricane Milton strengthened as it churned through the Gulf of Mexico, setting its sights on Florida. This beast of a storm could slam into one of the state's major hubs with massive storm surges, torrential rains, and fierce winds—just two weeks after Hurricane Helene gave the coastline a serious soaking. 😱
Milton is back and bigger than ever, returning to a Category 5 status on Tuesday afternoon. And guess who's in the crosshairs? The Tampa Bay area! Home to over 3.3 million people, Tampa hasn't faced a direct hit from a major hurricane in over a century. Talk about a streak! But Milton might just be the one to break it. 🌪️
But it's not just Tampa that's on high alert. Other parts of Florida's west coast, still recovering from Helene's wrath on September 26, are bracing for impact. It's like déjà vu, but not the good kind. 😬
The roads are jam-packed as folks are making a beeline out of the Tampa area, trying to get out of Milton's path. 🚗💨 Meanwhile, crews are racing against the clock to clear away Helene's leftover debris so Milton doesn't turn it into flying missiles. Talk about double trouble!
The National Hurricane Center isn't mincing words, warning that Milton is \"expected to be a dangerous major hurricane\" when it reaches the Florida coast. So, if you're in the area, it's time to take this seriously and stay safe! 🙏
Stay tuned for more updates, and make sure to follow local advisories. Let's weather this storm together! 💪
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Things to know about Hurricane Milton as it churns toward Florida
cgtn.com
