Challenges in evacuating ahead of Milton
Some Floridians are trying to get out of Hurricane Milton's path, but face challenges including evacuation routes jammed with traffic and shortages of gas.
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FEMA administrator on Milton dangers
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell talks with "CBS Mornings" about the dangers of Hurricane Milton as it nears landfall in Florida. She advises people to listen to their local officials regarding evacuation options, what to do if you can't evacuate and FEMA recovery efforts after the storm passes.
Fort Myers, Sanibel prepare for Milton
In downtown Fort Myers, businesses are shuttered, boarded up and bracing for impact from Hurricane Milton. City leaders have warned people of the force of the storm, saying storm surges could reach 15 feet. Meanwhile, nearby Sanibel has spent the past two years rebuilding from Hurricane Ian.
Hurricane Milton's projected path
The Weather Channel's Stephanie Abrams breaks down Hurricane Milton's projected path as the dangerous storm nears Florida's Gulf Coast.
Milton evacuees dealing with travel hurdles
Millions of Florida residents trying to get out of Hurricane Milton's path are encountering gas shortages on the road and hundreds of flight cancellations and delays at airports. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Florida emergency official on Milton prep
With Hurricane Milton barreling toward Florida and landfall expected overnight, Sarasota County Emergency Management Chief Sandra Tapfumaneyi joined CBS News to discuss preparations being made for the storm.
Latest details on Milton as landfall looms
Mass evacuations are underway in Florida as Hurricane Milton moves across the Gulf Coast toward the state. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson reports on the scene in Florida, Sarasota County Emergency Management Chief Sandra Tapfumaneyi joins CBS News to discuss preparations being made by local officials and CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans has a look at the forecast.
Florida hospitals in Hurricane Milton's path prepare for worst
Hospitals and other health care facilities on Florida's Gulf Coast — still reeling from Hurricane Helene — are now revving up for Hurricane Milton.
Why Hurricane Milton is so strong
Florida's Gulf Coast region sees many hurricanes, but the storms have grown significantly stronger in the past few years. Hurricane Milton, which is heading towards the Tampa Bay area, has maximum sustained wind speeds of 165 miles per hour, as meteorologists and politicians call it potentially catastrophic. CBS News chief meteorologist and hurricane specialist Ivan Cabrera explains why the storm is so strong.
Milton restrengthens into Category 5 storm
Hurricane Milton is on a path toward Florida's west coast after surging back into a Category 5 storm Tuesday evening, less than two weeks after Hurricane Helene hit the state. Tampa's mayor warned of a direct hit and urged people to follow evacuation protocols Monday. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes has more on how residents are responding and CBS News correspon dent Jonathan Vigliotti reports on those still recovering from Hurricane Helene.
Biden urges people in Milton path to evacuate
President Biden announced Tuesday he's canceling his trip to Germany and Angola to oversee preparations for Hurricane Milton as it approaches Florida. Senior Biden adviser Tom Perez joins "America Decides" to discuss the administration's response.
Hurricanes loom over final weeks of 2024 race
Hurricane Milton is barreling toward storm-battered Florida as the 2024 presidential candidates respond to the looming natural disaster. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more on the storm from Orlando. Then, CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Jake Rosen join to discuss the latest in the 2024 race.
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Why Hurricane Milton's storm surge threat is growing
As Hurricane Milton intensified on its path toward Florida's Gulf Coast, the strength of the system increased the severity of the storm surge forecast.
DeSantis warns of Milton storm surge
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke to reporters Tuesday ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall, which is expected Wednesday evening. DeSantis said the current models show the storm is expected to hit south of Tampa, Florida, but more will be known in the next 12 to 18 hours. The governor also warned residents about the dangerous storm surge along the state's west coast.
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Latest news on Hurricane Milton
President Biden has canceled his trip to Germany and Africa as Hurricane Milton threatens the west coast of Florida with catastrophic storm surges and winds. CBS News has the latest on the Category 4 storm.
Preparations for Milton in inland Florida
Sondra Guffey, economic development director for Florida's DeSoto County, joined CBS News to talk about how residents in the non-coastal parts of Florida are getting ready for Hurricane Milton.
National Hurricane Center director on Milton
Mass evacuations are underway in Florida as Hurricane Milton bears down on the state's Gulf Coast. Dr. Michael Brennan, director of the National Hurricane Center, joined CBS News to discuss the severity of the storm.
Milton on track for Helene-ravaged areas
Hurricane Milton, currently a Category 4 storm, is on track for parts of Florida's west coast that are still recovering from Helene. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has more from residents there who rode out Helene but are not taking chances with Milton, CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Grant Gilmore takes a look at the forecast and CBS News New York reporter Elijah Westbrook reports on how the storm is impacting air travel.
Hurricane Milton takes aim at Florida's Gulf Coast, prompting mass evacuations
Milton is a powerful Category 4 hurricane with a path forecast to bring it ashore along Florida's west coast this week.
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Floridians prepare for Milton storm surge
Places like Fort Myers, Florida, could see anywhere from 10 to 15 feet of storm surge depending on Hurricane Milton's path. It's a community still rebuilding from Hurricane Ian, which hit in 2022. On Monday, many braved the rain to stock up on sandbags to prepare their homes and businesses.
What to know about Hurricane Milton's path
The Weather Channel's Stephanie Abrams has the latest forecast for Hurricane Milton after the storm intensified Monday from a Category 2 to a Category 5 hurricane.
Florida mayor on preparations for Milton
Fort Myers Beach, Florida, is under a mandatory evacuation order ahead of Hurricane Milton's expected landfall. The mayor of the community, Dan Allers, joined CBS News to discuss the storm and CBS News New York meteorologist John Elliott has a look at the forecast.
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