Florida is making extensive preparations as Hurricane Milton approaches the Central Gulf Coast. Staging and response areas have been established across the state to ensure a swift and effective response once the storm hits on Wednesday.
Gov. Ron DeSantis, addressing the media from the Florida Horse Park in Ocala, emphasized the importance of deploying equipment and personnel rapidly post-storm. The Ocala site currently houses a significant amount of equipment, such as bucket trucks, generators, and various vehicles, all ready for deployment.
