Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 51 counties, warning that Hurricane Milton could have major impacts with storm surges of up to 20 feet. He emphasized the necessity for residents to prepare immediately.
DeSantis stressed the urgent need for hurricane preparedness, stating, 'If you're on that west coast of Florida, barrier islands, just assume you'll be asked to leave.' He believes major impacts are inevitable.
Tampa's Mayor Jane Castor highlighted the chaos residents faced as they began to evacuate, expressing concerns about being still engaged in clean-up efforts from Hurricane Helene just weeks earlier.
US President Biden's administration is readying 'life-saving resources' for the impending Hurricane Milton, indicating the seriousness of the situation as Florida braces for potential devastation.
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