00:00The Hurricane Milton, one of the most dangerous storms to hit Florida in nearly a century, is rapidly approaching.
00:06With winds reaching up to 160 mph, Milton formed just two weeks after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc across the country.
00:15But when is it expected to strike?
00:17Residents are being urged to evacuate as Governor Ron DeSantis warns that a monster is coming.
00:23Many counties are already under a state of emergency and officials are predicting a storm surge of 10 to 15 feet, along with torrential rain and flash floods.
00:33This means that areas along the coast could be at serious risk of flooding.
00:37With a potential rainfall of up to 1.5 feet, the time to act is now.
00:42Forecasts show that Milton could make landfall late Wednesday night or early Thursday morning, hitting near Tampa around 2 a.m. EDT.
00:51As evacuations ramp up, Florida's airports are closing and traffic is building as people flee to safety.
00:58Large shelters are ready for those in need, and officials are stressing the importance of following evacuation orders.
01:04Hurricane Milton is a powerful reminder of nature's fury, and it's crucial to stay informed and prepared.
01:11Keep an eye on the latest updates and stay safe, Florida.
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