TALLAHASSEE, FL (352today.com) – Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for 35 Florida counties, including Marion, as Hurricane Milton approaches with the potential to reach Category 3 strength.
The storm could bring life-threatening winds and storm surge to the Florida peninsula, with the greatest risk to areas still recovering from Hurricane Helene.
The National Hurricane Center warns that Milton may intensify rapidly over the next 36 hours, with its impact expected to hit mid-week on the state’s west coast. Residents are urged to prepare for severe weather and follow updates.
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