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Florida hospitals and health care facilities in Hurricane Milton’s path prepare for the worst
SUMMARY: Florida’s Gulf Coast health care facilities are gearing up for Hurricane Milton, anticipated to be one of the strongest storms in years, making landfall near Tampa. Following mandatory evacuations, long-term care facilities are relocating patients. A record 300 health facilities have evacuated, with hospitals prepared to remain operational, stocking supplies and utilizing emergency protocols. Tampa General Hospital has implemented flood defenses, while Sarasota Memorial plans to shelter 4,000 individuals. Health officials emphasize preparedness, recognizing the storm’s potential to disrupt already strained systems, especially for vulnerable populations reliant on at-home care and dialysis services amidst the evacuation crisis.
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Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld will all close ahead of Milton
SUMMARY: Orlando’s tourism is facing disruptions as Hurricane Milton approaches, prompting major theme parks like Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld to announce closures. These parks will shut down on Wednesday, with Universal also canceling Halloween Horror Nights. Additionally, Orlando International Airport will cease operations Wednesday morning. Visitors, such as the Downs family from Arkansas, are reconsidering their trips amidst the impending storm. While Disney parks rarely close, their hotels often serve as safe havens for those evacuating from coastal areas. Previous hurricanes have shown that parks quickly work to restore normal operations after storms pass.
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Mega Millions tickets will climb to $5, but officials promise bigger prizes and better odds
SUMMARY: Starting in April, the cost to play Mega Millions will increase from $2 to $5 per ticket. Lottery officials believe players will welcome this change due to expected larger prizes and improved jackpot odds. The aim is to attract more players and provide more funding for state lotteries, which support various government services. This change comes amid declining ticket sales and attempts to differentiate Mega Millions from Powerball while maintaining interest in both games. Officials noted that consumers are comfortable spending $5 on lottery tickets, as seen with scratch-off games. More details about these changes will be revealed soon.
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Florida orders evacuations and scrambles to clear Helene’s debris
SUMMARY: The Gulf Coast of Florida is bracing for Hurricane Milton, a rapidly intensifying storm with winds of 165 mph, expected to make landfall near Tampa Bay on Wednesday. This region, still recovering from Hurricane Helene, faced evacuations and debris clearance to prevent projectiles from flying during the storm. Officials warned of unprecedented storm surges and heavy rainfall, with local infrastructure strained as residents evacuated. Governor Ron DeSantis emphasized the urgency of preparation, while federal assistance was mobilized. The intense conditions prompted widespread cancellations, affecting schools and airports in Florida and Mexico. Many families were overwhelmed by repeated evacuations and damage from previous storms.
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