Fort Myers mayor says water is ‘slowly rising and flooding streets’
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Videos show collapsed crane and flooded staircase caused by Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton's ferocious winds and torrential rain have caused widespread damage in Florida. In St. Petersburg, a construction crane was toppled, sending debris into the street.57 minutes ago -
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Medical facilities in Florida have plenty of experience with hurricanes, but officials are aware that Milton may bring more damage than past storms.4 hours ago -
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Home security cam shows in-ground pool and yard filled with Milton waters
Security camera footage from a home in Manasota Key, Fla., shows an in-ground pool and backyard filled with floodwaters from Hurricane Milton.6 hours ago -
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Live updates: Milton strikes Florida with dangerous flooding and high winds
Hurricane Milton made landfall on Wednesday night near Sarasota as an “extremely dangerous” Category 3 storm. The National Hurricane Center warned of “life-threatening storm surge, extreme winds, ...7 hours 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.7 hours ago - Florida -
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Debris swirls through air, storm surge rises in Sarasota
The storm surge flooded the first floor of a parking garage in Sarasota where NBC News’ Tom Llamas is reporting. Debris is flying around and the water is continuing to rise.8 hours ago -
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Here’s Why Hurricane Milton Is Sucking Water Out of Tampa Bay
The effect is called a reverse storm surge, but it won’t last, and the water could come rushing back.8 hours ago -
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Fort Myers mayor says water is ‘slowly rising and flooding streets’
Fort Myers Mayor Kevin Anderson spoke with NBC News after losing power. Anderson said it’s “relatively calm” compared to what he expected but the water is slowly rising in the streets.9 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton batters Florida with ferocious winds and heavy flooding
Live updates and developments about Hurricane Milton, which has Florida on edge for days ahead of landfall.9 hours ago - Florida -
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Fort Myers sees tornadoes ahead of expected storm surge
Fort Myers, Florida, which was devastated by Hurricane Ian two years ago, is expected to see a massive storm surge from Milton. Ahead of the hurricane's arrival, several tornadoes are suspected to ...10 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
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 ...11 hours ago -
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Many in Ft. Myers evacuate ahead of expected storm surge
Ft. Myers could experience a major storm surge as Hurricane Milton hits, and thousands of people have evacuated to shelters. NBC News' Sam Brock reports that the area has already seen dangerous ...11 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton set to bring flash flooding to Orlando
President Biden on Wednesday said Hurricane Milton is expected to be one of the worst and most destructive storms on record as it barrels toward Florida. The president also said the federal ...11 hours ago -
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‘We are as ready as we can be,’ Fort Myers Beach mayor says
Fort Myers Beach Mayor Dan Allers said he is mostly worried about the storm surge from Hurricane Milton. Allers evacuated the area and said, "We are as ready as we can be."13 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Mortgage applications drop 5.1 percent as rates rise despite Fed cuts
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Clearwater mayor on Hurricane Milton threats
Clearwater Mayor Bruce Rector says Hurricane Milton preparations involved major evacuations and convincing some residents to leave areas under threat. Rector joins CBS News' Lana Zak with more on ...15 hours ago -
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Fort Myers, Florida, mayor details biggest concerns ahead of Milton's landfall
Fort Myers, Florida, Mayor Kevin Anderson joined CBS News to talk about what his biggest worries are as Hurricane Milton bears down on his community.18 hours ago -
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After Floods, Soaring Insurance Rates Become a Hot Election Issue
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Largo, Florida, mayor outlines last preparations ahead of Milton landfall
Largo, Florida, Mayor Woody Brown joined CBS News to discuss how his community is getting ready for Hurricane Milton with conditions expected to deteriorate in the coming hours.19 hours ago -
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Milton threatens to trigger flood insurance reckoning for Congress
Lawmakers are preparing to step in if the hurricane overwhelms the National Flood Insurance Program.21 hours ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
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