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Hurricane Milton damage emerges as storm passes into Atlantic Ocean
Florida authorities began assessing the damage left by Hurricane Milton's passage across the state, after a night of high winds, torrential rain and storm surge.
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Florida Highway Patrol rescues tied up dog ahead of Hurricane Milton
A Florida Highway Patrol officer rescued a dog left tied to a fence off of I-75 in Florida, stranded in chest-high water ahead of Hurricane Milton.
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Why Hurricane Milton may be putting some Floridians' mental health at risk
Those Floridians bracing for Hurricane Milton so soon after Hurricane Helene face a heavy mental health toll and a risk of anxiety and depression, experts said.
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October 10, 2024 at 5:42 AM
Portion of Tropicana Field roof torn off
A portion of the roof at the Tropicana Field stadium in St. Petersburg was torn off amid high winds from Hurricane Milton.
October 10, 2024 at 5:42 AM
October 10, 2024 at 4:31 AM
St. Petersburg resident on Milton destruction
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with St. Petersburg, Florida, resident Dan Matics about Milton’s destruction as the storm shreds the roof of nearby Tropicana Field.
October 10, 2024 at 4:31 AM
October 10, 2024 at 4:31 AM
Clearwater, FL mayor on latest concerns amidst Hurricane Milton
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Clearwater Mayor Bruce Rector to unpack biggest concern as Milton makes landfall and immediate steps once storm conditions slow down.
October 10, 2024 at 4:31 AM
October 10, 2024 at 4:29 AM
Red Cross encourages Floridians to seek local shelters
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with the national spokesperson for the American Red Cross who says they will stay in Florida for as long as it takes to help those impacted by Hurricane Milton.
October 10, 2024 at 4:29 AM
October 10, 2024 at 4:28 AM
Impact of Florida’s anti-homelessness policy on its people during Hurricane Milton
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Allison Krall, CEO at Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida, about the impact of Hurricane Milton on Florida’s homeless population.
October 10, 2024 at 4:28 AM
October 10, 2024 at 4:18 AM
Residents of Plant City, Florida, hunker down amidst Hurricane Milton
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Hayley and William Montoto, newlyweds braving the storm along with three of their young children in Plant City, Florida.
October 10, 2024 at 4:18 AM
October 10, 2024 at 4:18 AM
Florida resident on not evacuating ahead of Milton landfall
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Seminole, Florida, resident Brian Carter about his decision to not evacuate for Milton and his plans to help his community recover.
October 10, 2024 at 4:18 AM
October 10, 2024 at 4:20 AM
Hurricane Milton bringing dangerous conditions to Sarasota
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Sarasota Mayor Liz Alpert on tracking the eye of Hurricane Milton as it surges through Florida, urging her community to seek shelter.
October 10, 2024 at 4:20 AM
October 10, 2024 at 4:01 AM
Tampa man fights cancer while sheltering from Hurricane Milton in hospital
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Dr. Michael Warren who is undergoing chemotherapy for leukemia at a Tampa hospital while Hurricane Milton rages.
October 10, 2024 at 4:01 AM
October 10, 2024 at 4:01 AM
Chef Gary LeBlac on feeding those impacted by Hurricane Milton
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Mercy Chefs co-founder and CEO Gary LeBlanc about plans to serve food and give back to those in need following Hurricane Milton.
October 10, 2024 at 4:01 AM
October 10, 2024 at 3:46 AM
Florida resident on decision not to evacuate
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Wesley Chapel resident Kiva Willams about her decision not to evacuate and the preparations she and her family took.
October 10, 2024 at 3:46 AM
October 10, 2024 at 3:44 AM
Army Corps of Engineers unfurls preparations for Hurricane Milton
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Maj. Gen. Jason Kelly of the Army Corps of Engineers who explains the lifesaving measures being readied.
October 10, 2024 at 3:44 AM
October 10, 2024 at 2:47 AM
Hurricane Milton brings flash flooding to Tampa area, NHC official says
Amid reports of "extreme rainfall rates" in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area, National Hurricane Center Deputy Director Jamie Rhome says a flash flood emergency has been issued.
October 10, 2024 at 2:47 AM
October 10, 2024 at 2:46 AM
Hurricane Milton pummels Florida after landfall
Hurricane Milton made landfall on Florida's west coast Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane.
October 10, 2024 at 2:46 AM
October 10, 2024 at 2:45 AM
'This is it, folks': Florida officials warn it may be too late to evacuate
Authorities are warning Florida residents in the path of Hurricane Milton that it may be too late to evacuate.
October 10, 2024 at 2:45 AM
October 10, 2024 at 2:33 AM
Florida horse community unites to help save animals ahead of Hurricane Milton
Marjory Berkache of EquiSale Sport Horses drove her horses to safety in the middle of the night after someone in the community offered up their farm in Tallahassee to keep them safe.
October 10, 2024 at 2:33 AM
October 10, 2024 at 2:31 AM
Hurricane Milton's power on display as storm makes landfall in Florida
ABC News' Whit Johnson reports from Tampa, Florida, moments after Hurricane Helene made landfall near Siesta Key.
October 10, 2024 at 2:31 AM
October 10, 2024 at 2:31 AM
Ginger Zee explains the dangers of hurricane landfall at night
Across Florida, more than 1 million people have lost power in the wake of Hurricane Milton. ABC News' Ginger Zee talks about the dangers of landfall at night.
October 10, 2024 at 2:31 AM
October 10, 2024 at 2:13 AM
Hurricane Milton creates construction sites safety concerns in St Petersburg
Officials are warning residents to stay far away from construction sites in the Florida city, especially those with cranes suspended in the air.
October 10, 2024 at 2:13 AM
October 10, 2024 at 1:46 AM
Hurricane Milton unleashes tornado outbreak across Florida
Ahead of Milton making landfall in Florida, the hurricane spawned more than 20 reported tornadoes statewide. They caused significant damage as millions braced for the powerful storm.
October 10, 2024 at 1:46 AM
October 10, 2024 at 1:46 AM
Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida as Category 3 storm
The storm is expected to make landfall on Wednesday night, with Florida already being hit with heavy rain and strong winds. A dangerous storm surge of 10 to 15 feet is expected.
October 10, 2024 at 1:46 AM
October 10, 2024 at 1:03 AM
Hurricane Milton spawns tornado outbreak in Florida ahead of landfall
Hurricane Milton has spawned a destructive tornado outbreak, with more than 30 reported twisters on Wednesday ahead of landfall.
October 10, 2024 at 1:03 AM
October 10, 2024 at 12:45 AM
Tampa hospital uses AquaFence to prepare for Hurricane Milton
Tampa General Hospital, the region’s only Level I Trauma Center, is preparing to continue normal operations during Hurricane Milton.
October 10, 2024 at 12:45 AM
October 10, 2024 at 12:43 AM
Gov. DeSantis gives update ahead of Hurricane Milton making landfall
Hurricane Milton, now a Category 3 hurricane, has the potential to be one of the most destructive hurricanes on record for west-central Florida.
October 10, 2024 at 12:43 AM
October 10, 2024 at 12:38 AM
Storm chaser talks about what he saw on mission into Hurricane Milton's eye
Lead pilot of the NOAA Hurricane Hunters Josh Rannenberg diligently monitors Milton's trajectory, anticipating its historic and potentially life-threatening impact.
October 10, 2024 at 12:38 AM
October 9, 2024 at 11:53 PM
Storm chaser reveals what he saw in Hurricane Milton's eye
NOAA Hurricane Hunters' Lt. Cmdr. Josh Rannenberg tells ABC News about the intensity of the storm as it approaches Florida and offers advice to people on the ground.
October 9, 2024 at 11:53 PM
October 9, 2024 at 11:03 PM
Marco Island resident staying behind during Hurricane Milton
Michael Sean Comerford, a journalist and resident of Marco Island, is watching his parents' home as Hurricane Milton is expected to bring damaging winds for west-central Florida.
October 9, 2024 at 11:03 PM
October 9, 2024 at 11:01 PM
Florida resident to ride out Hurricane Milton
Despite numerous evacuation orders, warnings from local and state officials, and press conferences from President Biden. St. Petersburg resident Clayton Prescott is determined to ride out the storm.
October 9, 2024 at 11:01 PM
October 9, 2024 at 10:59 PM
Hurricane Milton travel impacts: Airport closures and more
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall as a Category 3 hurricane Wednesday night or early Thursday morning.
October 9, 2024 at 10:59 PM
October 9, 2024 at 10:55 PM
Florida residents brace for Hurricane Milton
Citrus County, Florida, Sheriff Mike Prendergast discusses what local officials are doing to help their communities prepare.
October 9, 2024 at 10:55 PM
October 9, 2024 at 10:31 PM
Red Cross prepping rescue operations ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall
Hurricane Milton is set to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday night. Red Cross spokesperson Nicole Maul joins from Tallahassee.
October 9, 2024 at 10:31 PM
October 9, 2024 at 10:31 PM
Biden urges residents to seek shelter from Hurricane Milton
President Joe Biden said Wednesday that "a few miles can mean the difference between life and death." Hurricane Milton is expected to hit Florida as a Category 3 storm.
October 9, 2024 at 10:31 PM
October 9, 2024 at 10:16 PM
Debris from Helene causes fear for Milton landfall
Debris leftover from Helene may pose dangers as Milton prepares for landfall.
October 9, 2024 at 10:16 PM
October 9, 2024 at 10:16 PM
Biden delivers remarks as Hurricane Milton nears Florida coast
Milton is forecast to make landfall between 9-11 p.m. on Wednesday near Sarasota, south of Tampa, as a Category 3 hurricane.
October 9, 2024 at 10:16 PM
October 9, 2024 at 10:07 PM
Tampa police chief: 'people are heeding our warning'
Tampa Bay police chief, Lee Bercaw urges residents to hunker down and not leave their homes as Hurricane Milton makes landfall this evening.
October 9, 2024 at 10:07 PM
October 9, 2024 at 10:01 PM
How to connect to emergency satellite on iPhone and Android before Hurricane Milton
In a collaboration with T-Mobile, Elon Musk's Starlink is also offering direct-to-cell service for areas expected to be impacted by Hurricane Milton.
October 9, 2024 at 10:01 PM
October 9, 2024 at 9:28 PM
Hurricane Milton's winds bring fears of turning Helene debris into projectiles
As Hurricane Milton churns closer, Floridians are still picking up the pieces from Hurricane Helene last month.
October 9, 2024 at 9:28 PM
October 9, 2024 at 9:06 PM
FEMA prepares for Hurricane Milton and misinformation
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas talks about the agency's role.
October 9, 2024 at 9:06 PM
October 9, 2024 at 8:15 PM
Helene, Milton floodwaters bring dangerous health risks, experts say
Florida health officials issued an alert about a bacteria known as vibrio.
October 9, 2024 at 8:15 PM
October 9, 2024 at 8:10 PM
Disney World, other Orlando theme parks close ahead of Hurricane Milton landfall
Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and other theme parks in Orlando, Florida, have closed ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall.
October 9, 2024 at 8:10 PM
October 9, 2024 at 7:56 PM
Milton 'is a huge storm,' says Coast Guard Commandant
Admiral Linda Fagan of the U.S. Coast Guard joined ABC News Live to discuss the anticipated impacts of Hurricane Milton and how the Coast Guard is preparing.
October 9, 2024 at 7:56 PM
October 9, 2024 at 7:45 PM
Why Milton is already a hurricane for the record books
While it's still hours away from making landfall and has yet to cause any damage, Hurricane Milton is already rewriting the record books, officials said.
October 9, 2024 at 7:45 PM
October 9, 2024 at 7:46 PM
Homeland Security secretary discusses preparation for Hurricane Milton
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas talks hurricane prep and the misinformation being spread about relief as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida.
October 9, 2024 at 7:46 PM
October 9, 2024 at 7:31 PM
Tampa resident plans to ride out Hurricane Milton
Glenn Prier explains to ABC News why he is not evacuating his home ahead of landfall by Hurricane Milton as well as the preparations he has made for the storm.
October 9, 2024 at 7:31 PM
October 9, 2024 at 7:00 PM
FEMA prepares for Hurricane Milton and misinformation
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas talks to "Start Here" about FEMA's disaster relief work as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida.
October 9, 2024 at 7:00 PM
October 9, 2024 at 6:46 PM
Florida officials urge people to evacuate ahead of Milton's landfall
Mike Carballa, Pasco County administrator talks about the Florida county's preparations for Hurricane Milton.
October 9, 2024 at 6:46 PM
October 9, 2024 at 6:46 PM
Storm surge 'roars like a river,' says Florida resident
Cedar Key resident Michael Bobbitt talks about the residents choosing to stay and ride out the storm on the island.
October 9, 2024 at 6:46 PM