Milton is currently a category five storm, packing ferocious winds of up to 165mph (270km/h). It is expected to hit with full force on Wednesday night, less than two weeks after the state was struck by the devastating Hurricane Helene.
Rainfall totals could reach highs of 15in (38cm), and coastal areas could see storm surges of 10-15ft (3-4.5m).
Hurricanes are categorize based on wind speed. Category three and higher are considered major because of their potential for damage and loss of life, according to the National Weather Service.
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Rainfall totals could reach highs of 15in (38cm), and coastal areas could see storm surges of 10-15ft (3-4.5m).
Hurricanes are categorize based on wind speed. Category three and higher are considered major because of their potential for damage and loss of life, according to the National Weather Service.
Full article https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crl8e084r9yo