Tampa Bay, Florida - Hurricane Milton Update and Tracker
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Hurricane Milton is currently making headlines as it intensifies and approaches Florida's west coast just weeks after Category 4 Hurricane Helene killed over 230 people in late September 2024. As of now, this powerful storm has reached Category 5 status, with maximum sustained winds of 260 kilometres per hour (although websites written at different times would give different readings). It's located near the Yucatan Peninsula and is expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday.
A Hurricane Milton Tracker can be found here: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/?atlc
Key Facts about Hurricane Milton:
- Unusual Formation: Unlike most hurricanes that typically form in the Caribbean, Hurricane Milton originated in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico, which is less common for this time of year.
- Dangerous Storm Surge: Residents should prepare for potentially destructive storm surges of up to 6 meters, particularly impacting areas like Tampa Bay and the Big Bend region.
- Major Cities at Risk: Milton is on track to affect major Florida cities, including Tampa and Orlando, which have not experienced a significant hurricane since 1921.
Experts are emphasizing the need for preparedness, especially since the local population is largely inexperienced with severe storms. Meteorologists are closely monitoring Milton’s trajectory, which could lead to mass evacuations and serious flooding.
As Hurricane Milton approaches, Floridians are urged to stay informed and take precautions, as this storm has the potential to bring chaos and destruction to the region.