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US Meteorologist Emotional Explaining Hurricane Milton’s Intensity

US Meteorologist Emotional Explaining Hurricane Milton’s Intensity
Oct 8 2024 Share

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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Man At Risk Of Dying After Falling 1 Storey In Naxxar

Man At Risk Of Dying After Falling 1 Storey In Naxxar
Oct 8 2024 Share

A 33 year old Filipino man resident of Naxxar was injured after he fell down around one storey in a residence’s common area.

The incident took place at around 0745hrs in Triq Jean De La Valette, Naxxar.

A medical team was called on site and transported the man to Mater Dei Hospital. He was later certified as having suffered serious injuries.

An inquiry has been opened and investigations are still ongoing.

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Contractor To Replace Tal-Barrani Below Standard Asphalt

Contractor To Replace Tal-Barrani Below Standard Asphalt
Oct 8 2024 Share

A contractor has been instructed to remove and replace the newly laid asphalt on Tal-Barrani Road after it failed to meet required quality standards.

Infrastructure Malta confirmed that the contractor will bear the full cost of the remedial work.

The resurfacing of this busy arterial road near Żejtun is being carried out during nighttime hours on both lanes to minimize disruption. Motorists have been advised to adhere to traffic instructions while the works are underway.

The Tal-Barrani Road project, which began in July, included the upgrading of utility services and a lane reconfiguration to improve traffic flow. Originally, the project was scheduled for completion before the start of the school year.

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Ibrahimovic Treats Himself To A Ferrari For 43rd Birthday

Ibrahimovic Treats Himself To A Ferrari For 43rd Birthday
Oct 8 2024 Share

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has continued his annual tradition of gifting himself a luxury car for his birthday.

This year, the former soccer star, now 43, added a Ferrari SF90 XX Stradale to his impressive collection. Known for his love of Ferraris, Zlatan already owns several models, including the SF90 Spider and Purosangue.

His latest purchase is the most expensive yet, with the SF90 XX Stradale priced between $528,700 and $995,000, depending on the model. The supercar boasts a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine paired with three electric motors, delivering 986 horsepower and reaching 0 to 60 mph in just two seconds.

Ibrahimovic, who serves as a senior advisor for AC Milan, shared his new purchase on social media, as he does each year, accompanied by humorous comments from fans.

Over the years, Zlatan has maintained this extravagant tradition, acquiring Ferraris like the Daytona SP3, 812 Competizione A, and Monza SP2 for previous birthdays.

Despite his passion for Ferraris, Zlatan has also been a Volvo ambassador for the past decade, though he’s rarely seen driving anything other than Ferraris or Porsches. His Instagram post has sparked the usual playful fan reactions, reinforcing his larger-than-life persona both on and off the pitch.

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