Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on Florida's west coast late Wednesday, The Associated Press reported. Forecasters said that although it will likely fluctuate in intensity, Milton will remain "an extremely dangerous hurricane " through landfall. As of Tuesday morning, Milton had winds of 150 mph (240 kph) and was centered about 520 miles (835 kilometers) southwest of Tampa.
In photos: Florida braces for Hurricane Milton
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Heavy traffic begins to back up on Interstate 275 South as residents evacuate St. Petersburg, Florida, ahead of Hurricane Milton, Oct. 7, 2024.
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Scott Pepperman (L), and his son Cobi move a trailer while preparing to evacuate from their home ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Milton in New Port Richey, Florida, Oct. 8, 2024.
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A military convoy is seen ahead of Hurricane Milton's expected mid-week landfall in Sanford, Florida, Oct. 8, 2024.
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A gas station runs out of fuel as residents evacuate before for Hurricane Milton's arrival in St. Petersburg, Florida, Oct. 7, 2024.
