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Storm weakens to category 3 ahead of expected landfall late on Wednesday or early on Thursday

Detailed timeline and impact of Milton's path on key areas in Florida, including Tampa, Sarasota, Orlando, and Fort Myers.

Watch a live view of Tampa on Wednesday (9 October) as Florida braces for “catastrophic” Hurricane Milton.

Hurricane Milton is churning closer to the west coast of Florida

Two weeks after Hurricane Helene stormed through the southeast of the United States, Floridians on Wednesday rushed to secure their homes and leave as incoming Hurricane Milton was labelled a Category 4 storm, with the potential to dramatically exceed Helene's "storm surge".

Stay informed and prepared as Hurricane Milton threatens the Tampa Bay area with unpredictable impacts.

Ferocious Hurricane Milton is charging its way across the Gulf Coast with Tampa and St. Petersburg, Florida, in its sights

Sydney Sultenfuss, a Floridian from Tampa, faces Hurricane Milton after surviving Helene, showcasing resilience amidst uncertainty.

Hospitals and other health care facilities on Florida’s Gulf Coast — still reeling from Hurricane Helene — are now revving up for Hurricane Milton