Governor Ron DeSantis pressed Florida residents to finalize their hurricane preparations by Tuesday as Hurricane Milton approaches the Gulf Coast with landfall expected Wednesday night.
Information on sandbag operations, facility closures, parking, flood reporting and other additional resources in the City of Gainesville can be found here.
Lake County Sheriff Deputies say 85-year-old Nancy Elizabeth Love was reported missing from her residence on Monday night after leaving the house earlier in the day to go to Publix.
The FWC urges boat owners to secure their vessels immediately as Hurricane Milton approaches, sharing critical tips for safeguarding boats against storm damage.
FDOT activated Emergency Shoulder Use on I-4 and I-75 to help manage traffic as residents evacuate, with large trucks, buses, and trailers excluded from using the shoulder lanes.
Check with your airline for flight status.
Sign up for the Alert system in your county to receive critical information during Hurricane Milton.
Tolls will be waived for seven days beginning 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024.
As Hurricane Milton nears, Pilot Flying J locations in Gainesville and Ocala will remain open to provide fuel, meals, and essentials to travelers, ensuring they can stay prepared during the storm.
As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida’s west coast, Governor DeSantis urges residents to finalize evacuation plans, while the state mobilizes resources, including fuel reserves, flood barriers, and National Guard assistance.