Stay informed about the path of Hurricane Milton, an extremely dangerous cyclone moving towards Florida. Follow alerts and safety measures.

Hurricane Milton, classified as an extremely dangerous Category 4 hurricane, continues its advance towards the west coast of Florida, after having reached Category 5 strength twice in the last 72 hours. This hurricane has generated a state of alert in 51 of the 67 counties of the State, with millions of people preparing for possible evacuations.

The cyclone is expected to cross the Gulf of Mexico and make landfall in Tampa Bay on Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. The last time a hurricane of this magnitude directly impacted this area was more than a century ago, which has raised alarm among local and state authorities. Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency and evacuation orders have been issued in several areas.

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor was blunt in her statements to the media: "If you choose to stay in one of the evacuation zones, you are at risk of death." Evacuation warnings have also been backed by President Joe Biden, urging people to take immediate action to safeguard their lives.

"If you decide to stay in one of the evacuation zones, you're going to die."

Jane Castor, Mayor of Tampa

Still recovering from the recent Hurricane Helene, which caused With significant damage in the region, local authorities are urging residents not to underestimate the danger of Hurricane Milton, which could bring catastrophic flooding and devastating winds.

To follow the path of Hurricane Milton in real time and get up-to-the-minute updates, you can click here: Watch Hurricane Milton Live.

Recommended safety measures

Authorities have issued a series of recommendations for people residing in the risk areas, which include:

• Follow the orders of Evacuate immediately and go to designated shelters.
• Prepare an emergency kit with water, nonperishable food, and medical supplies.
• Secure doors, windows, and other access points to the home to mitigate structural damage.
• Unplug non-essential electrical appliances to prevent short circuits or fires.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Here are some of the most common questions about hurricane preparedness and safety measures:

What What should I do if I can't evacuate?

If you can't evacuate, seek shelter in an interior area of ​​your home, preferably without windows, such as a bathroom or closet. Keep a battery-powered radio with you at all times to receive up-to-date information.

When is Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall?

The hurricane is expected to make landfall in the Tampa Bay area late Wednesday or early Thursday.

How can I follow the hurricane's path in real time?

You can follow the live path of Hurricane Milton by clicking on the following link: Watch Hurricane Milton Live Tracking.