Hurricane Milton is rapidly approaching Florida, prompting over a million residents to evacuate in anticipation of what is being called the most destructive storm in a century.
The storm has already struck parts of Mexico and is expected to bring 155 mph winds and a massive storm surge to Florida's west-central coast, particularly around Tampa Bay. Highways are gridlocked as people flee the area, and forecasters warn of severe flooding and damage.
Authorities are urging residents to take the storm seriously and follow evacuation orders to ensure safety.
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Hurricane Milton updates: Terrifying lightning strikes Cancun and gridlock jams Florida roads as 155mph superstorm approaches Tampa
Floridians have been issued a stark warning as they brace for the impact of Hurricane Milton's winds and expected massive storm surge, which forecasters say could come ashore Wednesday in the Tampa Bay region.
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Hurricane Milton hits Mexico as more than a million flee Florida ahead of 'worst storm in a century'
Hurricane Milton has hit Mexico as it continues to make its way towards Florida - with more than a million people having fled ahead of the "worst storm in a century".
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