Tampa mayor says major wind damage but city spared worst of storm surge
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Hurricane Milton live updates: Milton spares Florida 'worst-case scenario'
Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane on Florida's west coast near Siesta Key.7 minutes ago - Florida -
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Milton spares Daytona Beach factory that's a critical supplier of IV fluids
A manufacturer of IV fluids critical to hospitals nationwide says its Florida factory and distribution center were left intact after Hurricane Milton tore through the state10 minutes ago -
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Tropicana Field roof shredded by Hurricane Milton as storm's 100-mph winds lash Tampa Bay Rays' stadium
The stadium was being used as a staging area for first responders2 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton damage emerges as storm passes into Atlantic Ocean
Florida authorities began assessing the damage left by Hurricane Milton's passage across the state, after a night of high winds, torrential rain and storm surge.3 hours ago -
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More workers to get sick pay and parental leave rights
A major overhaul of workers' rights is planned, but the changes will not take place for two years.3 hours ago -
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Harvest in England the second worst on record because of wet weather
Wheat haul in England estimated to be down by 21%, with Britain’s wine producers also hit hard. England has suffered its second worst harvest on record – with fears growing for next year – after ...3 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton live updates: storm leaves trail of destruction as it moves off Florida’s east coast
About 3 million customers have been left without power and there are reports of deaths as rescue efforts get under way. Full report: Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida Some locals ...3 hours ago -
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Sebring, Florida, mayor details early damage assessments from Milton
Sebring, Florida, was right in the middle of Hurricane Milton's path across central Florida. Sebring Mayor John Shoop joined CBS News to describe the damage he's seen in the community so far.3 hours ago -
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Video: Hurricane Milton sucks water out of Tampa Bay in rare reverse storm surge
Tampa Bay experienced a rare reverse storm surge as Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday evening.4 hours ago -
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Surging US power demand set to exceed supply, says Bain
The boom in data centres for AI will raise prices for ratepayers and risks slowing the energy transition5 hours ago -
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Tampa mayor says major wind damage but city spared worst of storm surge
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor joins Morning Joe with the latest updates on the impact of Hurricane Milton.5 hours ago -
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Residents waiting to see what the Milton damage is after storm
NBC News' Dylan Dreyer speaks about her experience being in the eye of the storm as Hurricane Milton struck Bradenton, Fla. Dreyer described it as going from "bad to calm to worse," adding that the ...5 hours ago -
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Wind from Hurricane Milton tears apart roof of Tampa's Tropicana Field
Hurricane Milton damaged the roof of Tropicana Field, home to MLB's Tampa Bay Rays. NBC News' Bill Karins provides a forecast for Tampa and other parts of Florida.12 hours ago -
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Daytona Beach sees 70 mph wind gusts
NBC News’ Chase Cain reports from Daytona Beach, Fla., where wind gusts are reaching 70 mph and debris are flying.13 hours ago -
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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.13 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.14 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.15 hours ago -
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Tampa hospital uses AquaFence to prepare for Hurricane Milton
Tampa General Hospital, the region’s only Level I Trauma Center, is preparing to continue normal operations during Hurricane Milton.15 hours ago -
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Winds, rain and tornado damage seen before Milton landfall
Severe weather hit the Florida coast hours before Milton made landfall as a category three storm.15 hours ago -
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A severe solar storm is headed toward Earth this week, forecasters say
Space weather forecasters say a severe solar storm heading to Earth could stress power grids even more as the U.S. deals with major back-to-back hurricanes.16 hours ago -
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Severe solar storm could stress power grids even more as US deals with major back-to-back hurricanes
Space weather forecasters say a severe solar storm heading to Earth could stress power grids even more as the U.S. deals with major back-to-back hurricanes16 hours ago -
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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 ...16 hours ago -
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New Adams Administration Inquiry Focuses on City Leases
The Manhattan district attorney’s office seized phones from five people, including aides to Mayor Eric Adams, as they returned from a vacation together.16 hours ago -
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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 ...17 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 ...17 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."19 hours ago -
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Chicago Bears stay focused on city’s lakefront for new stadium, team president says
The Chicago Bears remain focused on the city’s lakefront as the location for a nearly $5 billion stadium development project20 hours ago - NFL -
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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 ...21 hours ago -
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What to know about storm surge as Milton nears Florida
Storm surge is a major threat from Hurricane Milton, which is set to make landfall on Florida's west coast as a Category 4 hurricane Wednesday night.Yesterday - Florida -
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Could Manchester City Actually Be Relegated? Here’s What the Odds Say.
The Premier League champions are unbeaten in seven matches this season, but face the prospect of a significant points deduction.Yesterday -
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ER doctor on how to prepare for a major hurricane
With Hurricane Milton hitting Florida less than two weeks after Helene, emergency medicine doctors say being prepared for these extreme weather events is critical. CBS News' Najahe Sherman reports ...Yesterday -
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Record storm surge forecast in Florida
Parts of Florida are bracing for a huge storm surge. But why do such surges happen and why are they so deadly?Yesterday - Florida -
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Watchdog analyst says FEMA is on 'a razor's edge' as it wrestles with multiple storms
A GAO analyst says FEMA is stretched thin as Hurricane Milton approaches. But FEMA officials say it is fully capable of juggling concurrent disasters.Yesterday