Hurricane Milton has left a trail of destruction across Florida, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure, particularly on Manasota Key where storm surges and flooding have devastated properties. Many residents in areas like Bradenton and Central Florida are facing rising floodwaters along the St. Johns River and challenges with insurance claims, as companies are treating hurricanes Helene and Milton as separate events. Despite the devastation, stories of resilience have emerged, such as a Bradenton police officer and a National Guardsman retrieving a fallen American flag. With combined insured losses from the hurricanes potentially reaching $55 billion, the recovery process will be long and arduous. However, communities remain determined to rebuild with federal disaster assistance supporting recovery efforts.