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Saturday, Aug 22, 2026
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Hurricane Milton Strikes Florida with Devastating Winds and Floods
Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, struck Florida near Siesta Key with winds of 120 miles per hour, flooding rains, and dangerous storm surges. Governor Ron DeSantis urged residents to remain indoors as cities like Sarasota faced severe impacts. The storm follows Hurricane Helene, which hit two weeks earlier, complicating relief efforts and prompting criticism from President Biden over misinformation regarding aid.
Sarasota, United States: Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida, causing significant damage with 120 mph winds, heavy rains, and life-threatening storm surges.
The National Hurricane Center reported tidal surges up to 13 feet on the western coast, while Governor Ron DeSantis urged residents to stay indoors as evacuations were no longer safe.
Cities like Sarasota faced broken glass, deserted streets, and swinging trees.
Airports in Tampa and Sarasota closed as Milton followed Hurricane Helene, which struck just two weeks prior.
Amid recovery efforts, President Joe Biden criticized former President Donald Trump for misinformation regarding aid distribution.
Scientists have linked warmer ocean surfaces to the increasing intensity of such storms.
The National Hurricane Center reported tidal surges up to 13 feet on the western coast, while Governor Ron DeSantis urged residents to stay indoors as evacuations were no longer safe.
Cities like Sarasota faced broken glass, deserted streets, and swinging trees.
Airports in Tampa and Sarasota closed as Milton followed Hurricane Helene, which struck just two weeks prior.
Amid recovery efforts, President Joe Biden criticized former President Donald Trump for misinformation regarding aid distribution.
Scientists have linked warmer ocean surfaces to the increasing intensity of such storms.
