Hurricane Milton on the move: Florida has to be prepared for new storms!

Hurricane Milton on the move: Florida has to be prepared for new storms!

Washington (dpa) - After the destruction of the hurricane "Helene", the state of Florida faces another challenge. Tropical storm “Milton” has developed into a hurricane of the first category in the Gulf of Mexico, with continuing wind speeds of up to 128 kilometers per hour. As the meteorologists say, “Milton” will probably reach the west coast of Florida in the middle of the week. The warnings of the hurricane center are clear: life -threatening storm surges and strong wind turbines can be expected.

The youngest hurricane “Helene” caused considerable devastation less than a week ago in northwestern Florida after meeting land as a hurricane of the second highest category. While he retired to the inland, there were bad floods and massive destruction. According to current reports, over 200 people were victims of the storm in a total of six states, including Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

Current weather and hurricane season

The current tropical storm once again shows how devastating the hurricane season can be, which officially begins in the Atlantic on June 1st and lasts until November 30th. This period of time has a considerable risk of hazard, especially since tropical vertebral storms typically develop over warm ocean water - a factor that increases increasing global warming. Experts warn that the frequency and intensity of these storms could further increase due to the climatic changes.

The dangers from hurricanes are diverse. Apart from the stormy winds and floods, which have already caused devastating damage in the past, they also cover the risk of infrastructure and public security. The people in Florida must now prepare for the upcoming challenges, since “Milton” continues to develop intensively.

As a resident or traveler in the affected areas, it is important to remain informed and follow the advice of the authorities. People are encouraged to adjust to possible evacuations and emergency situations. According to media reports, the situation could become even more precarious in the coming days.

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