Hurricane Milton Intensifies Before Florida Landfall

Hurricane Milton has rapidly intensified into a Category 5 storm as it approaches Florida's Gulf Coast, prompting mandatory evacuations in areas like Fort Myers Beach. Many residents, including those from Minnesota with vacation homes or recent relocations, are taking shelter and preparing for potential catastrophic damages. Professional wrestler Zachary Wentz has expressed deep concern for his fiancé, Gigi Dolin, who is in Orlando facing the storm, heightening his anxiety during his overseas commitments. The storm is affecting hundreds of thousands, with evacuations leading to congested highways and filled shelters. As some families prepare for potential rebuilding after recent hurricanes, the emotional toll is palpable, with memories and personal belongings at risk. Minnesota's National Guard has been authorized to provide emergency assistance to Florida ahead of the storm's landfall, expected late Wednesday or early Thursday.