As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, state officials are urging residents to evacuate promptly to ensure their safety. With hundreds of thousands of people expected to leave their homes, authorities are cautioning that delays in evacuation could lead to increased traffic congestion and difficulties in reaching safe locations.
The Florida Emergency Management director emphasized the importance of acting swiftly, stating that there will be significant traffic congestion as people evacuate. To facilitate the evacuation process, the Florida Department of Transportation will allow drivers to use emergency shoulders on key interstates.
