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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Susana Ortiz fills out sand bags on the beach at the Davis Islands Yacht Basin as she prepares for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, Oct. 8, 2024, in Tampa, Florida.
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An LED signage truck with loudspeakers makes announcements informing residents of mandatory evacuations in preparation for Hurricane Milton, Oct. 8, 2024, in Port Richey, Florida.
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Highway signage announces the impending arrival of Hurricane Milton and the evacuations zones, Oct. 8, 2024, in Port Richey, Florida.
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Debris from homes flooded in Hurricane Helene sits curbside as Hurricane Milton approaches, Oct. 8, 2024, in Port Richey, Florida.
