Florida Prepares for Hurricane Milton as Helene's Aftermath Lingers
Florida authorities have ordered evacuations after Hurricane Helene caused significant casualties, as Hurricane Milton approaches, threatening to become a Category 3 storm. Predicted to hit Florida with damaging winds and storm surges, Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for 51 counties. Amidst relief efforts, misinformation is causing further confusion, including false claims by Donald Trump regarding misuse of relief funds.
In the aftermath of the deadly Hurricane Helene, which claimed over 225 lives, Florida authorities have issued new evacuation orders as Hurricane Milton threatens to strike as a Category 3 storm.
With current winds of 100 miles per hour, Hurricane Milton is expected to rapidly intensify, hitting Florida's west coast soon.
The National Hurricane Center predicts major damage and extended utility outages.
Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for 51 counties, while President Joe Biden assures readiness for emergency support.
Meanwhile, misinformation around Hurricane Helene's relief efforts continues to spread, including false claims by Donald Trump regarding the misuse of funds by political opponents, leading to threats against FEMA and confusion among the affected population.
With current winds of 100 miles per hour, Hurricane Milton is expected to rapidly intensify, hitting Florida's west coast soon.
The National Hurricane Center predicts major damage and extended utility outages.
Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for 51 counties, while President Joe Biden assures readiness for emergency support.
Meanwhile, misinformation around Hurricane Helene's relief efforts continues to spread, including false claims by Donald Trump regarding the misuse of funds by political opponents, leading to threats against FEMA and confusion among the affected population.
