Oct 10, 2024, 7:47 AM EDT
4 killed in tornadoes in St. Lucie County
Four people were killed by tornadoes in St. Lucie County on Florida’s east coast, county officials said.
"Numerous homes" have "suffered significant damage," officials added.
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.
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Oct 10, 2024, 6:37 AM EDT
Tampa hit with 1 foot of rain
Hurricane Milton’s heavy rains sparked a flash-flood emergency for the Tampa Bay area.
Tampa has recorded 1 foot of rain, while Lakeland -- about 35 miles inland from Tampa -- saw 10 inches of rain.
Fifteen people, including young children, were rescued from a Tampa home Wednesday night when a tree fell on top of the house and water rushed inside, Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw said.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor on Thursday is urging residents to stay inside and off the roads, warning, "It's not over."
-ABC News’ Ahmad Hemingway
Oct 10, 2024, 6:46 AM EDT
Over 2,200 flights canceled, at least 6 airports closed
Over 2,200 flights have been canceled across the country on Thursday as Hurricane Milton pummels Florida.
The St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, Tampa International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Orlando Sanford International Airport, Palm Beach International Airport and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport all closed for the storm.
The Florida Division of Emergency Services said it has partnered with Uber to provide free rides to and from shelters.
Oct 10, 2024, 6:28 AM EDT
Daytona Beach, Cape Canaveral experiencing flash flooding
More than 8 inches of rain pummeled Daytona Beach on Florida’s east coast overnight, causing flash flooding Thursday morning.
The flooding and hurricane-force wind gusts are ongoing from Daytona Beach to Cape Canaveral.
