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World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida
Also in today’s newsletter, HSBC’s cost-cutting plans and FT investigates Russia’s ‘shadow’ oil fleet25 minutes ago - Florida -
Top stories - ABC News
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.35 minutes ago - Florida -
Top stories - The New York Times
Deadly Tornadoes Spawned by Milton Tear Across Florida
In St. Lucie County on the state’s Atlantic Coast, far from where the hurricane made landfall, one sheriff confirmed some loss of life in his county without providing further details after a ...41 minutes ago - Florida -
Business - Financial Times
Hurricane Milton lashes Florida after landfall
US state’s residents warned to evacuate before ‘deadly and catastrophic’ storm that could cost $60bn in insurance losses1 hour ago - Florida -
Top stories - BBC News
Florida webcams show Hurricane Milton making landfall
Cameras in Fort Myers, Tampa and Sarasota have captured the storm making landfall.2 hours ago - Florida -
Politics - CBS News
Biden assures Florida residents, "We've got your back" ahead of Milton
During his remarks, President Biden also accused former President Trump of leading the "onslaught of lies" about hurricane aid.3 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - CBS News
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 ...4 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Why Milton is causing tornadoes in Florida
Multiple twisters have been reported - including on a popular interstate as cars were on the road4 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - The New York Times
Florida Residents on High Alert as Milton Bears Down
Despite repeated tropical storms, the nation’s third most populous state continues to attract more newcomers and sees no end to development.4 hours ago - Florida -
Politics - The Hill
DeSantis warns residents to 'hunker down' as Milton makes landfall
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) said Wednesday that Hurricane Milton “is currently in the process of making landfall” as a Category 3 hurricane in Sarasota County, and he warned residents to “hunker ...5 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
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 ...5 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
Milton continues on track toward Florida's west coast
Hurricane Milton is projected to make landfall over Florida's west coast in the early morning hours as a major hurricane. Rob Marciano has the latest on the storm's projected path.5 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Florida conditions worsen, misinformation spreads as Milton approaches
Weather conditions are beginning to deteriorate in Tampa Bay, Florida, hours before Hurricane Milton makes landfall as a Category 3 storm. Before the storm hits, officials are combatting the rapid ...5 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
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 ...5 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
Biden assures Florida residents, "We've got your back" as hurricane approaches
During his remarks, President Biden also accused former President Trump of leading the "onslaught of lies" about hurricane aid.6 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - The New York Times
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.7 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Shaken by Helene, residents of St. Pete Beach, Florida, rush to evacuate as Milton nears
Faced with another hurricane less than two weeks after Helene, lifelong residents of St. Pete Beach, Florida, question whether it's time to leave for good.8 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
Thursday Briefing: Florida Braces for Hurricane Milton
Plus, literature’s greatest prize.8 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - ABC News
Florida resident under evacuation order explains why he's not leaving
Michael Sean Comerford said he is staying in his parents' condo in the city of Marco Island, Florida, which is under a mandatory evacuation ahead of Hurricane Milton.8 hours ago - Florida -
Business - CNBC
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.8 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
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 ...9 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
How residents with medical concerns should prepare for Hurricane Milton
Florida residents hoping to ride out Hurricane Milton as it batters the state may have medical needs to account for before the storm arrives. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has ...9 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
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 ...10 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - The New York Times
Sarasota Residents Who Stayed Behind Brace for Hurricane Milton’s Impact
While Hurricane Milton’s path was in flux as it approached Florida, the Gulf Coast city of some 55,000 seemed sure to receive a blow.10 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
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 ...10 hours ago - Florida -
Politics - The Hill
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 ...11 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - ABC News
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.11 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - NBC News
Watch: Tornado spotted crossing southeast Florida interstate
A funnel cloud was spotted crossing the I-75 highway in Broward County, Fla., before Hurricane Milton makes landfall. Residents living near the interstate were told to take immediate shelter.12 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
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 ...12 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
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.13 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
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 ...13 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
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 ...13 hours ago - Florida -
Politics - The Hill
Florida Republican suggests Greene have ‘head examined’ over hurricane claims
Florida Republican Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez suggested Wednesday that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) should have her “head examined” after she claimed humans can control the weather. “Humans ...14 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
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.14 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
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 ...14 hours ago - Florida -
Politics - The Hill
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 ...15 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
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?19 hours ago - Florida -