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Top stories - CBS News
How radio became a lifeline for western North Carolina residents during Helene
When Hurricane Helene struck western North Carolina, it knocked out cell phone service in some areas, forcing many residents to depend on the radio for communication and information. For days, WWNC ...1 hour ago -
Business - Financial Times
Florida surveys wreckage left by Hurricane Milton
City of Tampa avoids worst of the storm but 10 people killed and left millions of residents without power1 hour ago - Florida -
World - The Guardian
Hurricane Milton: Biden says ‘outright lies’ risk lives as Florida deals with aftermath of storm – latest updates
President says false claims undermine rescue efforts after number of people killed as hurricane battered Florida. Full report: millions without power after Hurricane Milton How have you been ...3 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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Florida resident: ‘I heard a screeching noise’ as tree hit my home
Florida resident Dan Machado described the moment a tree crashed through his roof during Hurricane Milton. Machado had to stay in a shelter nearby after water started coming into the house.5 hours ago - Florida -
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Florida resident recounts riding out hurricane on a sailboat
Joseph Malinowski, known as "Lieutenant Dan," told CBS News that he wasn't afraid of Hurricane Milton, despite his boat being slammed into a wall.6 hours ago - Florida -
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Multiple residents killed after tornado tears through a Florida retirement community
A Hurricane Milton tornado tore through a Florida retirement community Wednesday, killing multiple residents and leaving a level of destruction not seen locally for decades, officials said.8 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - The New York Times
Residents of a Mobile Home Park Join Forces to Buy Their Community
The residents are the first in the state of Maine to successfully utilize a new law making it easier for them to compete with investors and gain ownership of the land their homes sit on.10 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Hurricane Milton leaves millions without power after lashing Florida
At least four people are killed after state hit by tornadoes and winds of up to 120mph10 hours ago - Florida -
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Biden tells Florida residents, "We've got your back" after Milton
President Biden said Wednesday that thousands of federal personnel are ready to offer assistance with 20 million meals and 40 million liters of water for those impacted by Hurricane Milton. CBS ...12 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Business - Inc.
Milton Pummels Florida
The fierce hurricane caused flooding, ruined buildings, and left more than three million people without power. The insurance toll is estimated at over $100 million.13 hours ago - Florida -
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FEMA reassures residents of relief efforts as officials reach Florida
FEMA officials are on the ground in Florida trying to reassure residents impacted by both Hurricane Milton and Helene, that help is available. FEMA says it is well stocked with emergency resources ...13 hours ago - Florida -
Tech - GameSpot
Resident Evil 2 Remake Is Coming To iOS And Mac
In 2019, Capcom released the remake of Resident Evil 2 , which took the classic PS1-era survival-horror title to new heights. Now, five years later, iPhone, iPad, and Mac users will finally get ...13 hours ago -
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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 without providing further details after a tornado struck.13 hours ago - Florida -
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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 ...14 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Milton lashes Florida
Also in today’s newsletter, HSBC’s cost-cutting plans and the FT investigates Russia’s ‘shadow’ oil fleet15 hours ago - Florida -
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Webcams across Florida show force of storm as it makes landfall
Cameras in Fort Myers, Tampa and Sarasota have captured the storm making landfall.22 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 ...Yesterday -
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Tornadoes add to deadly threat across the region
Multiple twisters have been reported - including on a popular interstate as cars were on the roadYesterday -
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.Yesterday - Florida -
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Milton leaves at least 9 dead and millions without power
Live updates and developments about Hurricane Milton, which has Florida on edge for days ahead of landfall.Yesterday -
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 ...Yesterday -
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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 ...Yesterday - Florida -
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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.Yesterday -
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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 ...Yesterday - 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 ...Yesterday - Florida -
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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.Yesterday - 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.Yesterday -
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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.Yesterday -
World - The New York Times
Thursday Briefing: Florida Braces for Hurricane Milton
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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.Yesterday - 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 ...Yesterday - Florida -
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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 ...Yesterday -
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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 ...Yesterday - Florida -
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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.Yesterday -
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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 ...Yesterday - Florida -
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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.Yesterday - Florida -
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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