SUMMARY: A second crew from the 4-County Electric Power Association has been dispatched to Florida to aid in hurricane recovery efforts as Hurricane Milton approaches. This eleven-man team will collaborate with Peace River Electric Cooperative for power restoration preparations amid heavy winds and storm surges. This is the second group sent in three weeks, following a previous deployment to assist Talquin Electric and Central Florida Electric Cooperative after Hurricane Helene. The 4-County crews plan to stay for at least a week, contingent on the extent of the damage and support from other cooperatives nationally.

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SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton, a powerful Category 4 to 5 storm, is approaching Florida’s west coast and could cause significant damage upon landfall. The precise location of impact is crucial, as it will affect the extent of storm surge in coastal areas. The Wobble Tracker, created by Nexstar’s WFLA, monitors minor path changes that could drastically influence landfall effects. Current forecasts suggest Milton might pass south of Tampa Bay, with officials warning residents to heed evacuation orders. Preparedness is emphasized, as small shifts can make Tampa Bay a potential “ground zero” for the storm’s impact.

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SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton is approaching Florida’s Gulf Coast, bringing severe weather across the state, including a tornado that was spotted crossing Interstate 75 while cars were still on the roadway. The National Weather Service urged people to seek shelter immediately via social media. Although Miami is not in the hurricane’s direct path, it may still experience extreme weather. The Tampa Bay area, which is facing Milton directly, remains under tornado watches as the Category 4 hurricane, with winds of 155 mph, is expected to make landfall early Thursday morning.

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