As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, meteorologist John Morales became emotional while discussing its rapid intensification.
Morales explained how the storm briefly reached category five status, with wind speeds increasing by 80 knots in just 24 hours—one of the fastest on record.
Although Milton has since weakened to a category four, it still poses a severe threat, with winds up to 155mph and the potential for life-threatening storm surges.
Milton is expected to strike Tampa Bay on Wednesday, prompting widespread evacuations across Florida. Governor Ron DeSantis urged residents to evacuate quickly, calling Milton a potential “monster.”
This warning comes just 10 days after Hurricane Helene devastated the region, killing 225 people and leaving hundreds missing, including 14 fatalities in Florida. Many of those affected by Helene are now in Milton’s path.
Preparations include school closures, evacuation orders, and flight suspensions in Tampa and Orlando. Long lines have formed at gas stations, and traffic has surged as residents flee the area.
Meanwhile, political tensions surfaced, with DeSantis reportedly declining calls from Vice President Kamala Harris. Recovery from Hurricane Helene is still underway, with debris removal and federal aid continuing in the hardest-hit areas.
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