Florida is reeling after Hurricane Milton slammed into its coast with catastrophic force, bringing 150+ mph winds, torrential floods, and deadly tornadoes just two weeks after Hurricane Helene’s devastation. At least 12 lives have been lost, while residents in barrier islands like Sanibel faced apocalyptic scenes of collapsed homes and submerged streets.
🚨 The back-to-back storms have overwhelmed emergency teams, with Governor Ron DeSantis calling it a 'historic one-two punch.' Social media footage shows locals using kayaks to navigate flooded neighborhoods, while rescue helicopters airlift stranded families.
💔 'We haven’t even finished cleaning up from Helene,' said Tampa resident Maria Gonzalez. 'Now everything’s underwater again.' FEMA warns recovery could take months, with critical infrastructure damaged and power outages affecting millions.
Despite the chaos, stories of resilience shine through: Volunteer groups from across the U.S. are mobilizing aid, while viral TikTok challenges raise funds for affected families. Scientists stress this 'hurricane whiplash' aligns with climate models predicting fiercer, faster-forming storms.
