Hurricane Milton, initially a Category 5 storm, made landfall in Florida as a Category 3 hurricane, causing widespread destruction with sustained winds of 120 mph and a life-threatening storm surge. The storm has generated a record number of tornadoes, leading to catastrophic damage and power outages for over 1.6 million customers. Despite being downgraded to a Category 2 storm, Milton continues to pose significant risks, with authorities urging residents to evacuate and brace for up to 18 inches of rainfall and 15-foot storm surges. The storm is expected to weaken as it moves across the state, with recovery efforts already underway following previous damage from Hurricane Helene. Federal and state officials emphasize the historic nature of Milton, predicting it could be one of the most destructive hurricanes for west-central Florida. The combined impact of Milton and Helene has left Florida grappling with severe infrastructure challenges and economic losses estimated between $60 billion and $75 billion.