Image of Hurricane Milton from the International Space Station.
A major storm will hit America for the second time in 10 days. According to news agency Reuters, an alert has been issued regarding the storm 'Milton' in Florida. The National Hurricane Center ranked it as one of the most destructive Category 5 hurricanes. There is a risk of major loss of life and property in this category.
Milton could hit Florida's densely populated area of 'Tampa Bow' on Wednesday. Currently it is 1000 km away from Tampa. Tampa has a population of over 3 million. The storm is expected to weaken as it approaches Tampa Bay. After this it will move from central Florida to the Atlantic Ocean.
Hurricane Milton is currently moving through the Gulf of Mexico. The speed of the storm on Monday night was about 285 km per hour. It's headed to Florida State. Emergency alerts have been issued in 51 of Florida's 67 counties due to the storm.
Coastal areas in Florida are being evacuated. So far around 5 lakh people have been shifted to safe places. According to meteorologists, 'Milton' may hit on Wednesday. Earlier, Hurricane Helen hit America. At least 225 people have died in this.
10 pictures taken before Hurricane Milton hit…
Tourists are being evacuated from Mexican beaches before Milton.
People have been ordered to leave areas affected by the storm, which has caused traffic jams on Florida highways.
A boat owner trying to keep his boat safe.
The stadium has been turned into a rescue center, where relief materials will be kept during the storm.
Workers installing safety gears on a government building before Milton.
Homes and shops are being protected by putting up plywood before the storm.
Hurricane Helen debris is being removed before Milton so it won't be damaged when the storm hits.
Temporary beds have been installed in the stadium for people to stay until the storm passes.
People are waiting for a vehicle to reach a safe place.
Florida's governor told people to evacuate Florida Governor De-Santis has urged people to be prepared for the storm. He has asked people to evacuate to safe places as soon as possible.
Colorado State University meteorologist Phil Klotzbach said Milton's hurricane status marks the first time since September that three hurricanes have formed simultaneously in the Atlantic.
The weather service said the storm could bring torrential rain and flash flooding to Florida along with high winds. Waves of up to 15 feet can also occur in coastal areas.
about the storm in America…
Hurricane Helen wreaks havoc in America: 1.20 crore people affected in 12 states, 1000 flights cancelled.
In America on September 30, 43 people died in 12 states due to Cyclone Helen. 1 crore 20 lakh people were affected by it. States of emergency were declared in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Alabama.
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