What does this mean for Florida?Â
Information and details are still coming in, but meteorologists expect the storm to slightly weaken before making landfall in Florida. Meaning they predict the storm will make landfall as a Category 3 or 4 hurricane. Â
Do not take Milton lightly.Â
Even though some weakening is possible, the storm is still massive, it’s still going to be very powerful, and Milton is behaving highly unusual in its rapid intensification in such a short amount of time. Â
In less than 48 hours, Hurricane Milton went from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane. This hurricane is an unpredictable force of nature.Â
If you are ordered to evacuate, please listen to authorities and evacuate.Â
Here are some current Hurricane Milton storm highlights:
- Hurricane Milton is now a dangerous category 5 storm
- Florida’s West Coast is expected to see storm surge as high as 12 feetÂ
- Sustained winds are currently 180 MPHÂ
- Tornadoes are a real possibility with this hurricane Â
Hurricane claim tipÂ
Take pictures of your home before safely evacuating and well before the storm’s arrival. Pictures and videos taken now can be used to strengthen your claim by serving as evidence to demonstrate the state of your house before Milton arrived. Â
Stay safe and please prepare!