Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:59am on 08 Oct 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm, is set to hit Florida, marking the second major hurricane in just weeks. With winds reaching 180 mph, evacuation orders have been issued in areas like Tampa, potentially facing its worst storm in 100 years. Vice President Kamala Harris criticized Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for "political gamesmanship" amid recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. As Milton approaches, authorities warn of significant storm surges and heavy rainfall, with severe flooding expected. Mexico's Yucatan peninsula is also bracing for impact as the storm churns eastward.
