Federal authorities warn of scams, price gouging as Hurricane Milton threatens Florida
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Hurricane Milton tracker: Monster storm pummels Florida after landfall
Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane on Florida's west coast near Siesta Key.15 minutes ago - Florida -
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Hurricane Milton live updates: warnings of major flash flooding as more than 1.5 million without power in Florida
National Hurricane Center also warns of extreme winds, after storm came ashore south of Tampa. Full report: Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida Some locals choose to stay: ‘We have ...27 minutes ago - Florida -
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Hurricane Milton’s Storm Surge Threatens Dangerous Flooding in Florida
A combination of unrelenting rains and strong storm surge prompted officials to issue flash flood warnings in western and Central Florida.39 minutes ago - Florida -
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Florida webcams show Hurricane Milton making landfall
Cameras in Fort Myers, Tampa and Sarasota have captured the storm making landfall.53 minutes ago - Florida -
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Live Updates: Hurricane Milton makes landfall over Florida
Hurricane Milton has made landfall along Florida's west coast.1 hour ago - Florida -
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Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida
US state’s residents warned to evacuate before ‘deadly and catastrophic’ storm that could cost $60bn in insurance losses2 hours ago - Florida -
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How Florida's east coast is bracing for Hurricane Milton
While Milton will make landfall over Florida's west coast, the storm is expected to continue moving east and maintain hurricane strength the entire time it's over Florida's peninsula. Tom Hanson ...2 hours ago -
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South Florida sees nearly 100 tornado warnings as Milton nears
South Florida has seen close to 100 tornado warnings Wednesday, the National Weather Service’s (NWS) Miami forecast office said, as Hurricane Milton makes landfall in the Sunshine State. NWS Miami ...3 hours ago - Florida -
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DeSantis says Florida is "absolutely" ready for Hurricane Milton
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday evening that Florida is "absolutely" prepared for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, which is forecast to be one of the strongest to hit the region in ...3 hours ago - Florida -
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Florida official on Hurricane Milton preparations, predictions
Temple Terrace Mayor Andy Ross discussed the city's preparations for Hurricane Milton as it continues to recover from Hurricane Helene. Officials say the storm will bring life-threatening ...4 hours ago - Florida -
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Hurricane Milton downgraded to category 3 but risk-to-life warnings remain in place – live updates
This blog is closing down – you can follow all the latest in our new blog here . Here is some footage from the town of Treasure Island in Florida, which shows already deserted streets as ...4 hours ago -
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Hurricane price gouging
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Feds warn of price gouging as Milton nears As Hurricane Milton nears Florida’s ...4 hours ago -
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Biden details federal response to Hurricane Milton ahead of Florida landfall | Special Report
President Biden outlined the federal government's Hurricane Milton response plan during a speech at the White House on Wednesday. He warned Floridians that the Category 3 storm is very dangerous as ...5 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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Hurricane Milton Began Thrashing Florida’s West Coast
Also, Kamala Harris has already raised more than $1 billion. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.5 hours ago -
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Thursday Briefing: Florida Braces for Hurricane Milton
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Photos show Florida preparations and evacuations ahead of Hurricane Milton
Local authorities said Wednesday that Floridians only have a few hours left to evacuate ahead of Milton, which is currently a Category 4 hurricane.6 hours ago - Florida -
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Latest federal Hurricane Milton briefing with Biden, Harris
President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris heard from federal officials leading efforts to prepare for Hurricane Milton's expected historic impact. The storm will make landfall in Florida ...6 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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Federal authorities warn of scams, price gouging as Hurricane Milton threatens Florida
Federal agencies are warning of heightened risk of scams and price gouging efforts as Hurricane Milton nears Florida’s western coast. The Justice Department (DOJ), the Federal Trade Commission ...7 hours ago - Florida -
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Florida zoo prepares for Hurricane Milton
ZooTampa at Lowry Park has taken into account Florida's history of hurricanes as keepers prepare for Milton to approach the state. Tiffany Burns, the zoo's senior director of animal programs, joins ...7 hours ago - Florida -
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Kamala Harris and allies top Trump and Republicans with $1bn in donations – US politics live
Vice-president and groups supporting her have brought in $1bn in donations since she launched her campaign in July. In an interview earlier today with CNN, Alejandro Mayorkas was asked to ...7 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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FTC gets 'troubling reports' of price gouging for essentials ahead of Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton approaches landfall in the U.S., the Biden administration is warning consumers of the risk of fraud and price gouging.8 hours ago -
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DOJ and FTC warn consumers of fraud and price gouging risks ahead of Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton approached landfall in western Florida on Wednesday, the Biden administration warned consumers and businesses of the heightened risk of potential fraud, price gouging and ...8 hours ago -
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Disney closing before Hurricane Milton slams Florida
Hurricane Milton is expected to slam Florida late Wednesday or early Thursday, sweeping through the state before reaching the Atlantic Ocean. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez has more on how central ...8 hours ago - Florida -
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Florida officials make final warnings as Milton brings rain, wind: 'This is going to be a knockout'
Florida officials say time is running out for residents to flee ahead of Hurricane Milton’s anticipated landfall Wednesday night, as they make their final evacuation warnings to locals near Tampa ...9 hours ago - Florida -
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Tornado risks in Florida as Hurricane Milton approaches
There are tornado warnings in effect for a large swath of Florida just hours before Hurricane Milton makes landfall. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch forecasts Milton could hit Florida ...9 hours ago - Florida -
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Why Hurricane Milton could also cause damage Florida’s inland
NBC News’ Al Roker reports that as Hurricane Milton makes landfall it will impact both coastal and inland areas with strong wind, rain and heavy flooding. The storm has also led to tornado watches ...10 hours ago -
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Musk steps up Starlink access as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida
SpaceX and CEO Elon Musk ramped up the rollout of Starlink's direct-to-cell service for areas expected to be hit Wednesday by Hurricane Milton, marking the latest assistance efforts by the ...10 hours ago - Florida -
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Millions under evacuation orders grow as Hurricane Milton closes in on Florida
Florida officials are urging millions of residents to evacuate as Hurricane Milton intensifies.10 hours ago - Florida -
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Hurricane Milton landfall timing approaches, possible tornadoes slam Florida
Conditions are worsening in Florida as Hurricane Milton approaches the state with mighty winds and potential deadly storm surges and flooding. CBS News' Jessica Burch has the latest forecast, and ...11 hours ago - Florida -
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Watch: White House holds press briefing as Florida braces for Hurricane Milton
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre will brief reporters Wednesday afternoon as Florida braces for its second major hurricane in two weeks. Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall ...11 hours ago - Florida -
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What to know about Hurricane Milton as Florida braces for storm
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida during the overnight hours, but the weather is already starting to worsen in the state. CBS News' Jessica Burch and Jonathan Vigliotti have ...11 hours ago - Florida -
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Allegations of price gouging amid Milton evacuations
Multiple companies are being accused of price gouging as Florida residents try to evacuate ahead of Hurricane Milton. CBS News contributor Javier David has more.11 hours ago -
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FEMA leader vows "whole federal family" will respond to Hurricane Milton
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said on Wednesday that the agency has a "layered approach" to staffing.12 hours ago -
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Tornadoes confirmed, conditions deteriorating as Hurricane Milton nears Florida
Hurricane Milton hasn't made landfall in Florida yet, but the weather is already getting dangerous in the state. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers, Tom Hanson, Manuel Bojorquez and Grand Gilmore have the ...12 hours ago - Florida -
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Hurricane Milton to double in size as ‘storm of the century’ threatens Florida
Category 5 storm expected to bring 15ft storm surge along coast affecting Tampa, St Petersburg and Sarasota. Hurricane Milton – live updates Tell us: how have you been affected by Hurricane ...13 hours ago - Florida -
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Hurricane Milton now Category 4, threatens Florida: What to know
Florida is bracing for Hurricane Milton, which is expected to make landfall as early as Wednesday evening. The storm comes less than two weeks after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc on Florida’s ...13 hours ago