Sydney Sultenfuss, a fifth-generation Floridian from Davis Islands near Tampa, recently faced the wrath of Hurricane Helene, which left her with almost nothing. Despite the hurricane making landfall nearly 200 miles away, the impact was severe, leaving Sultenfuss and other residents in shock.
Now, as Hurricane Milton approaches, Sultenfuss and her family are preparing for another potential disaster. The looming threat of Milton hitting closer to home has heightened anxiety among Tampa residents, who are still reeling from the aftermath of Helene.
Reflecting on the situation, Sultenfuss expressed her concerns, stating, 'Milton feels very different, and I had a really bad feeling about Helene. Now it's just, 'Here we go again.' It all feels like a bad dream because we haven't even been able to process what just happened two weeks ago.'
In an effort to stay safe during the impending storm, Sultenfuss and her parents have decided to weather Hurricane Milton at a higher elevation further inland. Despite her initial reluctance to leave Davis Islands, the severity of the recent events has prompted her to reconsider her attachment to the area.
'We don't even know what we're going to come back to after Milton,' Sultenfuss remarked, highlighting the uncertainty and fear that many residents are currently facing.
As the community braces for the impact of Hurricane Milton, the resilience and determination of individuals like Sydney Sultenfuss serve as a testament to the strength of Floridians in the face of natural disasters.
