Hurricane Milton Tampa: What to Expect as the Storm Approaches

Monday, 7 October 2024, 11:40

Hurricane Milton Tampa is rapidly gaining strength as a Category 5 storm, with expected landfall between Tampa and Fort Myers. The National Weather Service warns residents to prepare for severe weather impacts, including hurricane and flood watches across Florida.
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Hurricane Milton Tampa: What to Expect as the Storm Approaches

Hurricane Milton Tampa: Latest Update

Hurricane Milton has transformed into a formidable Category 5 storm, poised to make landfall Wednesday afternoon. The National Hurricane Center predicts it will downgrade to a Category 3 hurricane before reaching shore.

Current Watches and Warnings

  • Hurricane Watch for Lake Okeechobee
  • Tropical Storm Watch for the Florida Keys
  • Storm Surge and Tropical Storm Watches for various regions across Florida

Expected Weather Impacts

A flood watch remains in effect through Thursday morning in South Florida. Residents are advised to stay informed via the Next Weather updates from the National Weather Service.


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