Hurricane Milton Triggers Severe Flooding in Florida

Hurricane Milton, which struck Florida as a Category 3 storm, has caused significant flooding across multiple counties, including Lake and Putnam. Residents in Sorrento's Wolfbranch Estates are facing unprecedented water levels, expressing frustration over the lack of emergency assistance, while Lake County officials are assessing damage. In Putnam County, communities are dealing with rising waters from the St. Johns River, with some residents finding ways to cope, such as fishing from their flooded yards. The town of Astor also reports severe flooding, with long-time residents recalling similar experiences from past storms. Meteorological predictions indicate that several rivers, including the Hillsborough and Cypress Creek, may reach record-high flood levels in the coming days. Evacuations have been mandated in 15 counties, affecting around 7.2 million residents as the storm's aftermath unfolds.