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Gas Stations In Florida Facing Fuel Shortages After Hurricane Milton

An apparent tornado caused by Hurricane Milton, tore the awning off a 7-Eleven convenient store, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, in Cape Coral, Fla.(AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Hurricane Milton brought strong winds and heavy rainfall as it swept through Florida, causing significant damage and flooding in its path. Some of the most notable reports from the storm include:

  • Wind gusts reaching up to 105 mph at Egmont Channel, 102 mph at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 101 mph at St. Petersburg (Albert Whitted Airport), 97 mph in Tampa, and 96 mph in Bradenton.
  • Rainfall totals from Wednesday to Thursday morning, with St. Petersburg (Albert Whitted Airport) recording 18.54 inches, Temple Terrace with 15.66 inches, Zephyrhills with 14.13 inches, Baskin with 13.08 inches, and Clearwater with 12.52 inches.
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