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Monster Category 5 Hurricane Milton Strengthens With 175 Mph Winds

This satellite image provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, shows Hurricane Milton. (NOAA via AP)

The National Hurricane Center has reported that Hurricane Milton has intensified into a powerful Category 5 storm, with wind speeds reaching 175 mph. This marks a significant increase of 15 mph from the previous update.

On Monday alone, the storm's winds have surged by 85 mph, highlighting the rapid intensification of Milton. The storm's trajectory and strength have been closely monitored by meteorologists and emergency response teams.

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