Hurricane Milton Causes Severe Damage in Florida

Hurricane Milton made landfall in Florida, causing widespread evacuations and significant damage as it transitioned from a Category 3 to Category 2 storm. Thousands of residents sought shelter in North Florida and beyond, with many traveling to Eastern North Carolina due to heavy traffic and limited hotel availability. In Hillsborough County, evacuees faced flooded roadways and damage assessments as they returned home. Local emergency management officials expressed relief at being able to provide safe refuge for those displaced by the storm. As residents brace for potential flooding and assess the aftermath, the impact of Milton continues to unfold across the state. Many expressed regret for not evacuating earlier, highlighting the unpredictability of the hurricane's intensity and path.