Hurricane Milton's Aftermath in Florida

a { color: #880000 !important; background: #ffeeee !important; } Latest News from NourishThe Nourish Mission (formerly OneSub)Search Nourish (formerly Charlie)Hurricane Milton's Aftermath in FloridaWeather > Natural DisastersHurricane Milton struck Florida on October 9, 2024, causing significant destruction and fatalities. As recovery efforts begin, over 1.5 million residents remain without power, and fuel shortages complicate return efforts. Political ramifications are emerging as candidates address disaster response ahead of the upcoming election.

What's happened

Hurricane Milton struck Florida on October 9, 2024, causing significant destruction and fatalities. As recovery efforts begin, over 1.5 million residents remain without power, and fuel shortages complicate return efforts. Political ramifications are emerging as candidates address disaster response ahead of the upcoming election.

What's behind the headline?

Impact on Recovery Efforts

Power Outages: Over 1.5 million residents are without power, complicating recovery efforts.
Fuel Shortages: Long lines for gasoline hinder residents returning home.

Political Ramifications

Election Dynamics: The hurricanes have shifted focus in the presidential campaign, with candidates addressing disaster response.
Federal Aid: President Biden's upcoming visit aims to highlight federal support, while tensions with House Speaker Mike Johnson over aid requests persist.

Climate Considerations

Increased Intensity: Experts link the storms' severity to climate change, raising questions about future preparedness.
Community Resilience: Local leaders emphasize the importance of evacuation orders, which likely reduced fatalities compared to previous storms.

What the papers say

According to Oliver Milman in The Guardian, Hurricane Milton caused at least 16 fatalities and left millions without power, with recovery efforts ongoing. He notes that the storm's impact was less severe than initially feared due to effective evacuations. Edward Helmore, also from The Guardian, highlights the political fallout, with candidates like Kamala Harris and Donald Trump using the storms to critique each other's disaster response. The Independent reports that the hurricanes have reshaped the 2024 campaign, forcing candidates to confront their disaster response strategies. These contrasting perspectives illustrate the multifaceted impact of Hurricane Milton on both communities and the political landscape.

How we got here

Hurricane Milton made landfall as a category 3 storm, following Hurricane Helene's recent impact on Florida. The storms have raised concerns about climate change's role in intensifying hurricanes and their effects on local communities.

Go deeper

What are the recovery efforts like in Florida?
How are politicians responding to the hurricane's aftermath?
What role does climate change play in these hurricanes?

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