Hurricane Milton has rapidly intensified to a Category 5 storm, posing a significant threat to Tampa Bay, Florida. With wind speeds exceeding 175 mph, Milton is expected to make landfall on Wednesday, potentially causing widespread power outages and severe damage. This would be the most powerful storm to hit Tampa in over a century.
Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm, is expected to intensify as it approaches Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula before making landfall on Florida’s west coast, where over a million people have been ordered to evacuate. This comes just two weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated the region. The storm’s unusual eastward track has raised concerns about potential storm surge.
Hurricane Milton has rapidly intensified in the Gulf of Mexico, reaching Category 5 status and posing a serious threat to Florida. Tampa Bay faces a high risk of hazardous storm surge, prompting concerns about large-scale evacuations. The storm’s arrival follows the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene, leaving behind widespread damage and over 230 fatalities.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has denied receiving calls from Vice President Kamala Harris in the wake of Hurricane Helene, despite numerous reports suggesting otherwise. DeSantis claimed ignorance of Harris’s calls, while Harris criticized the politicization of emergency situations. This incident adds to the existing tensions between the two political figures.
Shares of Chubb Ltd (CB) are down 5% as Hurricane Milton intensifies and heads toward Florida’s Gulf Coast. The back-to-back hurricanes could significantly impact Chubb’s profitability, as the company faces a surge in claims and the potential for higher-than-expected payouts. The article also provides insights on how to invest in or bet against Chubb.
Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm approaching Florida, has prompted evacuations and could lead to closures at Walt Disney World. This comes just weeks after Hurricane Helene ravaged the state, and Disney shares have dropped as investors anticipate potential revenue losses.
Key players in the hemp industry, including representatives from the Hemp Beverage Alliance, American Healthy Alternatives Association, and the U.S. Hemp Roundtable, called for a united front against increasing restrictions on hemp-derived products. They highlighted the industry’s growth, potential, and concerns over legislation that could stifle its development.
Florida’s Gulf Coast, still recovering from Hurricane Helene, is now facing a new threat – Tropical Storm Milton. Rapidly intensifying, Milton is expected to hit the region as a Category 3 hurricane by mid-week, bringing with it potential for widespread damage and disruption. Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for 35 counties, urging residents to take necessary precautions.
Just as America begins to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, another storm is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico. Tropical Storm Milton is rapidly intensifying and threatens to bring significant storm surges and heavy rainfall to Florida, potentially compounding the ongoing recovery efforts from Helene.
Nate Silver, the renowned pollster, weighs in on whether Vice President Kamala Harris should invest her campaign resources in Florida, a traditionally Republican state. While the odds are stacked against her, the potential payoff of winning Florida’s significant electoral votes makes it a tempting gamble.
