Hurricane Milton Devastates Florida: At Least 23 Lives Lost as Communities Unite in Recovery Efforts

Hurricane Milton's intensity caught many off guard, leading to hastily issued evacuation orders in several coastal communities. Despite these warnings, many residents chose to ride out the storm in their homes, believing they were safe. As winds exceeded 120 mph, the hurricane's eye passed directly over numerous towns, transforming familiar landscapes into scenes of chaos and ruin. The aftermath has left entire neighborhoods submerged and infrastructure severely compromised.