Hurricane Milton updates: 16 dead across Florida in storm's aftermath

Milton forced millions to evacuate and left widespread destruction.

Last Updated: October 11, 2024, 11:28 PM EDT

At least 16 people have died from Hurricane Milton, which roared onshore on Florida's west coast as a Category 3 hurricane, bringing tornadoes, powerful winds and flooding rains. The monster storm forced millions to evacuate and left widespread destruction across Florida.

Oct 10, 2024, 12:16 AM EDT

Drinking water service to be shut off in St. Petersburg due to major water main break

A major water main break is impacting potable water services across the entire city of St. Petersburg, due to Milton's damage.

The shutdown is expected to last until the necessary repairs can be completed, officials said.

-ABC News' Victoria Arancio

Oct 10, 2024, 12:11 AM EDT

Crane collapses at construction site in St. Petersburg

A crane collapsed during 90 mph winds in downtown St. Petersburg on Wednesday night.

The crane was at a downtown building construction site, according to the City of St. Petersburg.

No injuries have been reported.

Oct 09, 2024, 11:58 PM EDT

More than 2 million customers without power in Florida

There are more than 2,025,000 million customers without power across Florida after Hurricane Milton made landfall as a Category 3 storm, according to poweroutage.us.

Oct 10, 2024, 12:18 AM EDT

Milton brings over 18 inches of rain to St. Petersburg, Tampa sees nearly 10

Albert Whitted Airport saw 18.31 inches of rain in St. Petersburg, Florida, Wednesday evening.

Tampa International Airport had 9.93 inches of rain hours after Hurricane Milton made landfall.

Daytona Beach is experiencing 61 mph winds with nearly 4 inches of rain.

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