EmpfricFM

Florida’s western coast faces severe weather threats as Hurricane Milton made landfall on Wednesday, October 9. The storm struck the region after moving through the Gulf of Mexico, bringing with it life-threatening hazards, particularly to the Tampa Bay area and surrounding regions in central and southern Florida.

The National Hurricane Center has issued urgent warnings for significant storm surges and flash flooding, prompting local officials to advise residents to heed their guidance. The area is still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which devastated northern Florida’s Big Bend region in late September, resulting in over 200 fatalities across the Southeast.

As Milton progresses inland, flash flood emergency alerts were activated at 10 p.m. ET Wednesday. Reports indicate sustained winds of 86 mph, with gusts reaching 105 mph near Egmont Channel. The flash flood emergency remains in effect into Thursday for parts of west-central Florida, including the city of Tampa.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed and follow live updates on Milton’s trajectory and forecasts as they prepare for the storm’s impacts.

Follow us on our socials @empfricfmradio for more updates.

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *