Milton's eyewall begins moving ashore
The latest report from the National Hurricane Center predicts Hurricane Milton will soon make landfall as a Category 3 storm. Jamie Rhome, deputy director of the NHC, joins CBS News with the latest forecast.
Florida
DeSantis: Florida is "absolutely" ready for Milton
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday evening that Florida is "absolutely" prepared for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, which is forecast to be one of the strongest to hit the region in decades. He also said "people heeded the call" to evacuate areas which are expected to be hard-hit. DeSantis spoke to "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell.
Fort Myers sees tornadoes ahead of storm surge
Fort Myers, Florida, which was devastated by Hurricane Ian two years ago, is expected to see a massive storm surge from Milton. Ahead of the hurricane's arrival, several tornadoes are suspected to have hit the area. Nicole Valdes has more.
Milton on track for Florida's west coast
Hurricane Milton is projected to make landfall over Florida's west coast in the early morning hours as a major hurricane. Rob Marciano has the latest on the storm's projected path.
How Tampa residents plan to ride out Milton
Some Tampa residents have not heeded evacuation warnings ahead of Hurricane Milton's arrival. As of Wednesday evening, the National Weather Service said those who hadn't left yet shouldn't try to evacuate and instead shelter in place. Jonathan Vigliotti speaks with some of the residents who chose to stay.
Florida conditions worsening
Weather conditions are beginning to deteriorate in Tampa Bay, Florida, hours before Hurricane Milton makes landfall as a Category 3 storm. Before the storm hits, officials are combatting the rapid spread of misinformation on the hurricane and disaster response. CBS News' Cristian Benavides and Rhona Tarrant have more.
FEMA relief fund down ahead of Milton
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said that its disaster relief fund is down to $11 billion after it spent around $9 billion on its Hurricane Helene response. Hurricane Milton is heading toward Florida's central west coast as a Category 3 storm, according to the National Hurricane Center, almost two weeks after Hurricane Helene made landfall. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Florida mayor on Hurricane Milton
Temple Terrace Mayor Andy Ross discussed the city's preparations for Hurricane Milton as it continues to recover from Hurricane Helene. Officials say the storm will bring life-threatening conditions to Florida's west coast.
Tampa Bay, Orlando brace for Hurricane Milton
Tampa Bay, Florida, braces for Hurricane Milton, which is expected to make landfall Wednesday night. The National Hurricane Center said Milton weakened to a Category 3 hurricane and caused a string of tornadic supercell storms. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti and Manuel Bojorquez report on how Florida areas are preparing.
Milton set to bring flash flooding to Orlando
President Biden on Wednesday said Hurricane Milton is expected to be one of the worst and most destructive storms on record as it barrels toward Florida. The president also said the federal government is ready to respond to the hurricane's destruction. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has the latest on conditions in Orlando.
Ex-NOAA scientist on the dangers of Milton
The National Weather Service is describing Hurricane Milton as a "historic storm." It could be the worst hit to Tampa, Florida, in more than a century. Jeff Masters, a scientist who formerly worked with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's hurricane hunters, joins "America Decides" to examine the dangers of the storm.
Health care workers brace for Milton landfall
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall as soon as 9 p.m. ET on Wednesday near Sarasota, Florida. It is still a Category 3 storm packing winds of 120 miles per hour. Kimberly Guy, co-chief operating officer for BayCare Health System, joins "America Decides" to discuss the health care response.
U.S. energy secretary on Milton preparations
Nearly 2,000 Florida gas stations say they have already run out of fuel ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall. The storm damage could worsen things in the hours and days ahead. U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm joins "America Decides" to discuss what her department is doing to prepare.
Milton hours away from central Florida
Hurricane Milton is barreling across the Gulf of Mexico and is set to hit central Florida in just a few hours. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti, David Yeomans and Scott MacFarlane have the latest on the conditions and the federal government's response.
Biden delivers remarks on Hurricane Milton
President Biden outlined the federal government's Hurricane Milton response plan during a speech at the White House on Wednesday. He warned Floridians that the Category 3 storm is very dangerous as it is expected to make landfall on the state's west coast Wednesday night. Norah O'Donnell anchors CBS News' Special Report, and CBS News' Rob Marciano, Jonathan Vigliotti and Scott MacFarlane have more on Milton.
Hurricane Milton dips to Category 3 storm
Milton has weakened into a Category 3 hurricane as its wind speeds fluctuate off the coast of Florida. CBS News' David Yeomans, Cristian Benavides and Manuel Bojorquez have the latest. Plus, Trish Pfeiffer, mayor of Bartow, Florida, joins to discuss how her town is preparing.
St. Pete Beach residents rush to evacuate
Faced with another hurricane less than two weeks after Helene, lifelong residents of St. Pete Beach, Florida, question whether it's time to leave for good.
Disney World joins theme park closures ahead of Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton's approach has Disney World readying to close its doors along with other theme parks across Florida.
Florida closes down before Milton
Hurricane Milton is expected to slam Florida late Wednesday or early Thursday, sweeping through the state before reaching the Atlantic Ocean. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez has more on how central Florida is bracing for impact.
Orlando hospital official on Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton churns toward Florida's Gulf Coast, Orlando's hospitals are preparing for the storm. Eric Alberts, assistant vice president of emergency management for Orlando Health, joined CBS News to discuss that aspect of the storm.
Fort Myers mayor on biggest Milton concerns
Fort Myers, Florida, Mayor Kevin Anderson joined CBS News to talk about what his biggest worries are as Hurricane Milton bears down on his community.
What to know about Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida late Wednesday or early Thursday, but the weather is already starting to worsen in the state. CBS News' Jessica Burch and Jonathan Vigliotti have more.
Conditions worsening as Milton nears Florida
Hurricane Milton hasn't made landfall in Florida yet, but the weather is already getting dangerous in the state. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers, Tom Hanson, Manuel Bojorquez and Grand Gilmore have the latest on the storm.
Largo, Florida, mayor outlines Milton prep
Largo, Florida, Mayor Woody Brown joined CBS News to discuss how his community is getting ready for Hurricane Milton with conditions expected to deteriorate in the coming hours.
Watch: DeSantis gives update on Milton
Mass evacuations are underway with Hurricane Milton set to make landfall overnight in Florida. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis provided an update Wednesday on preparations the state is making ahead of the storm.
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