Several roads are closed due to downed trees and power lines, as well as debris. Officials have asked residents to stay off the roads for their safety.
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Governor Ron DeSantis told residents that the storm was serious, but it could have been more damaging.
Always assume they are live and avoid.
Widespread power outages and tornadoes reported.
Sumter County officials made the announcement on their Facebook page.
The community banded together Wednesday morning at the Tuscawilla sandbag filling station in preparation of Hurricane Milton.
Do not drive through flood waters. Turn around.
If you encounter non-life-threatening downed trees in the Sumter County area, please report them to the county’s Citizen Information Center by calling 352-689-4400.
DeSantis detailed statewide preparation efforts, with more than 51 counties under a state of emergency.