Hurricane Milton Hits Florida, Causes Damage

Hurricane Milton made landfall on October 9 as a Category 3 storm near Siesta Key, Florida, with maximum sustained winds reaching 120 mph. Fox Weather correspondent Robert Ray was notably caught on camera reporting live from Bradenton, facing extreme conditions, including 100 mph winds and torrential rain, while urging viewers to evacuate. CNN's Anderson Cooper also provided coverage, facing flying debris during his report, as the storm caused significant damage and spawned at least 19 tornadoes across the state. Milton resulted in the first fatalities in St. Lucie County and left many homes, particularly mobile homes, at risk due to structural concerns. The National Weather Service warned of extensive property damage and potential flooding, with officials advising residents to heed evacuation notices. The storm's impact was severe, with reports of damaged houses and downed power lines across multiple counties.