Hurricane Milton Leaves Trail of Destruction Across Florida

Hurricane Milton battered Florida, causing tornadoes, widespread power outages, and extensive damage. Making landfall as a Category 3 storm, it left a path of destruction across the state. At least two deaths were reported, millions were ordered to evacuate, and numerous homes were destroyed.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 10-10-2024 14:45 IST | Created: 10-10-2024 14:45 IST
Hurricane Milton Leaves Trail of Destruction Across Florida

Hurricane Milton swept through Florida, wreaking havoc after making landfall on the state's west coast. The storm spawned deadly tornadoes, destroyed homes, and left nearly 2 million people without power.

It was initially a Category 3 storm with winds at 120 mph, later weakening to Category 1 as it reached Florida's Atlantic Coast. The storm caused significant damage, including reports of fatalities and widespread flooding.

Emergency services were on high alert, with thousands of personnel ready to assist in recovery efforts as the hurricane moved into the Atlantic, gradually losing strength.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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