Residents of Florida’s Anna Maria Island have taken heed of the warnings issued by officials to evacuate as Hurricane Milton approaches. Police in Holmes Beach city conducted a final check on Wednesday morning and found no one remaining on the island, ensuring that it was deserted before they left themselves, according to Holmes Beach Police Chief William Tokajer.
Chief Tokajer described the island as a 'ghost town' as they departed, expressing relief that residents had listened to the evacuation orders. He emphasized the seriousness of the situation for those who chose to stay behind, warning them to take precautions such as writing their name and Social Security number on their leg in case of emergencies.
