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Hurricane Milton mandatory evacuation orders issued for parts of Florida's west coast
SUMMARY: Mandatory evacuations are in effect in Tampa due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Milton. Residents are urged to leave their homes as huge debris piles from Hurricane Helen pose significant risks. Heavy traffic is reported as people scramble to evacuate, fill sandbags, and stock up on supplies, with stores seeing empty shelves of essential goods. Many residents are anxiously preparing, remembering the flooding from the last storm. Emergency shelters, including a base camp at Tropicana Field with 10,000 beds, are being established to accommodate those affected. Concerns mount over the safety hazards created by the debris as the storm approaches.
Teri Hornstein in Tampa reports huge piles of debris from Hurricane Helene could pose a serious problem when Hurricane Milton hits.
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Tampa Bay area braces from strike from major Hurricane Milton | Florida
SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton is expected to bring record storm surge flooding to Florida’s Tampa Bay area, with forecasts predicting up to 15 feet of surge. Governor Ron DeSantis reported ongoing debris cleanup from Hurricane Helene, with crews working tirelessly until safety permits. The state has mobilized resources, including 268,000 gallons of diesel and 110,000 gallons of gas, to alleviate fuel shortages as over 3 million residents evacuate. DeSantis has activated 8,000 National Guardsmen and staged 34 search and rescue aircraft, while urging evacuees to keep roads clear for emergency vehicles. Milton, currently a Category 4 storm, threatens significant damage.
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SUMMARY: Capital reporter Forest Saunders examines Florida’s response to Hurricane Milton, highlighting preparations as officials brace for a significant storm surge. Governor Ron DeSantis emphasizes the urgency of clearing debris from Hurricane Helen to mitigate Milton’s impacts, mandating landfills to operate 24/7. As evacuation orders are anticipated for at least ten counties—potentially affecting millions—the Emergency Management director urges residents to act swiftly and avoid procrastination. Meanwhile, power crews are mobilizing from out of state, and fuel reserves are being stocked along evacuation routes. With Milton expected to make landfall soon, officials remain on high alert.
State of Florida prepares for evacuations from Milton.
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Evacuations issued for Tampa Bay area ahead of Hurricane Milton
SUMMARY: Road conditions in Tampa are congested as evacuation orders have been issued for Hillsborough County due to an approaching storm. Traffic is especially heavy on I-75 and I-4, with significant delays reported. Many residents, recalling past storm damage, are determined to leave despite the slow crawl of vehicles. Some are filling up their gas tanks, while the county has opened shelters for those unable to evacuate. Officials urge residents to leave by 7:00 AM Wednesday. Accurate information on available shelters can be found online at abcactionnews.com, as people prioritize safety against the threatening storm conditions.
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