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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River Ridge High School staff members Ellie Papapanos, left, and Anne Donlon go over preparations as they ready the school for use as a shelter in preparation for Hurricane Milton, Oct. 7, 2024, in New Port Richey, Florida.
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Residents board up a sea shell store ahead of Hurricane Milton’s expected landfall in the middle of this week in Treasure Island, Florida, Oct. 7, 2024.
