The Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Alejandro Mayorkas, has stressed the importance of residents in evacuation areas in the path of Hurricane Milton in Florida to adhere to local orders to evacuate.
Mayorkas emphasized that while the situation is concerning, preparations have been made, and assistance is being provided to state and local authorities. He urged people to take the mandatory evacuation orders seriously and to encourage others to do the same.
Regarding funding for response efforts, Mayorkas assured that there are adequate resources to support the communities affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. However, he highlighted the need for Congress to take action to ensure long-term preparedness, especially in the face of increasingly unpredictable extreme weather events.
Hurricane Milton poses a significant threat to Florida, and residents are urged to prioritize their safety by following evacuation orders and heeding the instructions of local officials who are closely monitoring the situation on the ground.
