Hurricane Milton Devastates St. Lucie County
Hurricane Milton caused significant destruction in St. Lucie County, Florida, resulting in at least four fatalities. The storm severely impacted a retirement community, according to county and sheriff reports. These devastating effects highlight the urgent need for emergency preparedness in hurricane-prone regions.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 10-10-2024 17:43 IST | Created: 10-10-2024 17:43 IST
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Hurricane Milton swept through St. Lucie County, Florida, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming at least four lives, according to county officials.
The storm inflicted particularly severe damage on a local retirement community, as reported by the county sheriff.
The tragedy underscores the continual challenge of hurricane preparedness in vulnerable areas.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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