Hurricane Milton Set to Hit Florida as Category 3 Storm

Hurricane Milton is set to make landfall on Wednesday night near Tampa, Florida, according to forecasters. Initially classified as a category 4 storm, Milton has been downgraded to a category 3 but is still considered an extremely dangerous storm, especially due to anticipated storm surges that could rise abnormally high due to its intensity. This storm is being described as one of the worst to approach Tampa in nearly a century. The National Hurricane Center has warned of severe impacts, emphasizing that residents in the storm's projected path should take the necessary precautions. Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis has issued evacuation orders for areas that are expected to be in the storm’s trajectory. The rapid changes in storm category signify the hurricane’s volatility, and despite the downgrade, strong winds and heavy rain are still expected. Residents are urged to prepare and remain vigilant as the situation develops.