At least 14 people have been confirmed dead following the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Milton, which slammed into Florida as a Category 4 storm. The powerful hurricane brought life-threatening winds, torrential rain, and widespread flooding, leaving destruction in its wake across multiple counties.
The storm made landfall with wind speeds of over 150 mph, uprooting trees, destroying homes, and knocking out power for millions of residents. Emergency services are stretched thin as rescue operations continue, with many still stranded in heavily flooded areas. State officials have declared a state of emergency, urging residents in affected regions to remain indoors and avoid traveling unless absolutely necessary.
As communities struggle to recover, the death toll is expected to rise as more bodies are discovered in hard-hit areas. Authorities are coordinating efforts to restore power and provide relief to those who have lost homes and livelihoods.
