Hurricane Milton Devastates Manasota Key Community

Hurricane Milton has wrought extensive devastation on Manasota Key, Florida, where homes are filled with sand and entire properties have been destroyed. This area, known for its generational homes, is now in shock as many residents, like Kris Hleuka, face the loss of their history and livelihoods. With homeowner's insurance often unaffordable, the community is grappling with the stark reality of rebuilding after multiple storms, including a recent one just weeks prior. President Joe Biden has visited the region to assess the damage and is advocating for emergency disaster funding from Congress, as local officials work to clear roads and restore access. Drone footage reveals widespread destruction, with reports of at least 23 fatalities across the state due to the hurricane's impact. Residents like Lee White describe the scene as surreal, with their neighborhoods transformed into landscapes of ruin.