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Hurricane Milton's Path: What to Expect

Florida, USAWednesday, October 9, 2024

Hey there! Let's talk about Hurricane Milton. This powerful storm is currently a Category 4, with winds reaching 150 mph and gusts up to 185 mph. It's currently chilling north of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Experts predict it'll cross the Gulf of Mexico on Tuesday, hitting Florida's west coast on Wednesday. That's when it'll make landfall as a major hurricane.

So, what can we expect? Massive storm surges, up to 15 feet high, are likely from Tampa Bay to Cape Coral. Heavy rains and damaging winds are also on the way. Rainfall could total between 5 to 18 inches. Yikes! Tornadoes might pop up too, from Tuesday night through Thursday. The weather will be pretty unpredictable, so last-minute changes are possible. If you know anyone in the path of the storm, urge them to evacuate if needed. Stay safe, folks!

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