Breaking News: President Biden Declares Hurricane Milton “Storm of the Century”
At the White House, President Joe Biden labeled Hurricane Milton as a monstrous storm, shifting from category 5 to 4 as it approached the western coast of Florida. In a crisis meeting, Vice President Kamala Harris urged residents of Tampa to evacuate immediately, warning of its historic potential for destruction.
With just weeks before the elections, the federal government’s response to Milton is crucial. The White House aims for transparency to counter false claims about recovery efforts from the previous Hurricane Helene. Residents along the Gulf Coast prepared for the storm surge, boarding up windows and stocking up on supplies.
Impending Danger
Meteorologists predict Milton will hit as a category 3 or 4 storm, with a storm surge up to 15 feet high. Mayor Jane Castor cautioned residents, saying, “If you choose to stay, you’re going to die.” Tampa braces for historic levels of destruction, with Governor Ron DeSantis warning of a widespread impact.
As Milton approaches, fears grow for the vulnerable Tampa Bay region, which has not faced a major hurricane since 1921. The storm’s perpendicular path raises hope for minimal damage but also heightens concerns for a stronger impact.
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