Officials in Martin County, Florida, have reported several injuries and significant damage to dozens of homes as Hurricane Milton wreaks havoc with strong winds, heavy rain, and damaging tornadoes. The Martin County Fire Rescue indicated that some homes have been severely damaged, with both serious and minor injuries reported. Fortunately, there have been no fatalities reported at this time.
Residents are advised to avoid traveling on roads as the situation remains dangerous. To ensure public safety, the Martin County Sheriff’s Office has imposed a countywide curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. due to the extensive damage caused by multiple tornadoes in the area and the expected worsening weather conditions throughout the night.
Martin County is located in the southeastern part of Florida, near St. Lucie County, where a tornado outbreak earlier in the day resulted in multiple fatalities. The impact of Hurricane Milton has been felt across the region, with homes destroyed, injuries sustained, and communities facing challenges in the aftermath of the storm.
