National Hurricane Center

Hurricane Milton Strengthens to Category Five, Urgent Evacuations Ordered in Florida

Hurricane Milton has intensified to a catastrophic category five storm with winds of 160 mph, threatening the Gulf Coast and prompting urgent evacuation orders in Florida. As the storm approaches, Governor Ron DeSantis urges residents to prepare for severe weather impacts, including torrential rain, flash flooding, and life-threatening storm surges. Stay updated on Hurricane Milton’s trajectory and safety measures as authorities brace for potential devastation.