Hurricane Milton to hit Florida as powerful storm
Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours and is one of the only hurricanes on record to do so. It is the second strongest hurricane recorded in the Gulf of Mexico and the fifth strongest in the Atlantic. As of Tuesday morning, the category 4 hurricane has sustained winds of over 150 mph, and it's expected to make landfall in Florida Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. Millions of people are under evacuation orders, with the Tampa airport closing Tuesday and the Orlando airport closing Wednesday.
Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours and is one of the only hurricanes on record to do so. It is the second strongest hurricane recorded in the Gulf of Mexico and the fifth strongest in the Atlantic. As of Tuesday morning, the category 4 hurricane has sustained winds of over 150 mph, and it's expected to make landfall in Florida Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. Millions of people are under evacuation orders, with the Tampa airport closing Tuesday and the Orlando airport closing Wednesday.
Hurricane Milton prompts evacuations in Florida
One of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record in heading toward Florida as millions of people are under an evacuation order. Milton quickly strengthened from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours. Milton is expected hit Florida’s west coast as a major hurricane, making landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday. The storm could bring 5-10 inches of rain, 10-15 feet storm surge and over 110 mph winds.
One of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record in heading toward Florida as millions of people are under an evacuation order. Milton quickly strengthened from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours. Milton is expected hit Florida’s west coast as a major hurricane, making landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday. The storm could bring 5-10 inches of rain, 10-15 feet storm surge and over 110 mph winds.
Hurricane Milton pushes toward Florida as Cat 4
Hurricane Milton, currently a category 4, is inching toward Florida, where it?s expected to hit the coastline as a major hurricane. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz discusses how Milton went from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours.
Hurricane Milton, currently a category 4, is inching toward Florida, where it?s expected to hit the coastline as a major hurricane. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz discusses how Milton went from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane within 24 hours.
Minnesota weather: Another sunny stunner on Tuesday
Another bright and sunny day with comfortable temperatures for your Tuesday.
Another bright and sunny day with comfortable temperatures for your Tuesday.
MN weather: More pleasant sunshine on Tuesday
It's another beautiful day on Tuesday with plenty of afternoon sunshine and the occasional high cloud drifting by. Temperatures remain above average with a high of 72 degrees in the Twin Cities metro. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has your forecast.
It's another beautiful day on Tuesday with plenty of afternoon sunshine and the occasional high cloud drifting by. Temperatures remain above average with a high of 72 degrees in the Twin Cities metro. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has your forecast.
Floridians flee Hurricane Milton, with Minnesotans feeling the effects
Kelly Metevia has lived in Fort Myers, Florida for 17 years, but tomorrow she and her family will be leaving their home to get out of the path of Hurricane Milton.
Kelly Metevia has lived in Fort Myers, Florida for 17 years, but tomorrow she and her family will be leaving their home to get out of the path of Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane forecast: Milton strengthens to Category 5 as Florida orders evacuations
Hurricane Milton increased to a Category 5 storm on Monday as it barreled toward an already-battered Florida. Here’s the latest information on the storm.
Hurricane Milton increased to a Category 5 storm on Monday as it barreled toward an already-battered Florida. Here’s the latest information on the storm.
Millions prepare for Hurricane Milton landfall
People in Florida are bracing as Hurricane Milton was officially classified a category five hurricane on Monday with winds up to 175 mph.
People in Florida are bracing as Hurricane Milton was officially classified a category five hurricane on Monday with winds up to 175 mph.
Hurricane, Tropical Storm Watch vs. Warning: Here's what each means
Warnings are more dire than watches, but both need to be taken seriously. Here's a look at the differences between a Tropical Storm Watch, Hurricane Watch, Storm Surge Watch, Tropical Storm Warning, Hurricane Warning, and Storm Surge Warning.
Warnings are more dire than watches, but both need to be taken seriously. Here's a look at the differences between a Tropical Storm Watch, Hurricane Watch, Storm Surge Watch, Tropical Storm Warning, Hurricane Warning, and Storm Surge Warning.
Gov. Walz sending emergency team to help in Florida ahead of Milton
As Hurricane Milton strengthens to a Category 5 storm, as it approaches Florida's Gulf coastline, Minnesota is sending emergency teams to help with recovery efforts.
As Hurricane Milton strengthens to a Category 5 storm, as it approaches Florida's Gulf coastline, Minnesota is sending emergency teams to help with recovery efforts.
US storm deaths can climb for years after storms, reaching thousands, report finds
A new report published in Nature reveals that hurricanes and tropical storms in the U.S. can indirectly cause thousands of deaths up to 15 years after the event.
A new report published in Nature reveals that hurricanes and tropical storms in the U.S. can indirectly cause thousands of deaths up to 15 years after the event.
Minnesota experiences the sunniest month in 75 years
You can no longer complain that Minnesota doesn't see the sun as the state just saw its sunniest month on record.
You can no longer complain that Minnesota doesn't see the sun as the state just saw its sunniest month on record.
For the first time on record, the Atlantic has 3 hurricanes simultaneously after September
Hurricane Milton is intensifying and will be a major hurricane before it slams into the storm-ravaged Florida coast, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Hurricane Milton is intensifying and will be a major hurricane before it slams into the storm-ravaged Florida coast, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Twin Cities hospitals cancel surgeries amid IV fluid shortage concerns after Hurricane Helene
Amid concerns over a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene shut down a medical supply manufacturing plant in North Carolina, hospitals in the Twin Cities are canceling some surgeries to conserve limited stock.
Amid concerns over a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene shut down a medical supply manufacturing plant in North Carolina, hospitals in the Twin Cities are canceling some surgeries to conserve limited stock.
Minnesota weather: Tranquil and bright fall-style day Monday
Enjoy a tranquil and fall-style day on Monday with seasonal temperatures and plenty of afternoon sunshine.
Enjoy a tranquil and fall-style day on Monday with seasonal temperatures and plenty of afternoon sunshine.
MN weather: Tranquil, fall-style day on Monday
Expect a calm and bright start to the week with milder winds and temperatures hovering around 70 degrees for the metro. Dry conditions linger for the foreseeable future, with temperatures gradually rising, possibly reaching the 80s by Thursday. FOX 9's meteorologist Cody Matz has your forecast.
Expect a calm and bright start to the week with milder winds and temperatures hovering around 70 degrees for the metro. Dry conditions linger for the foreseeable future, with temperatures gradually rising, possibly reaching the 80s by Thursday. FOX 9's meteorologist Cody Matz has your forecast.
Surgeries canceled due to IV fluid shortage concerns
Twin Cities hospitals are canceling some surgeries after Hurricane Helene due to concerns about an IV fluid shortage. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Twin Cities hospitals are canceling some surgeries after Hurricane Helene due to concerns about an IV fluid shortage. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Milton latest: Hurricane expected to intensify to Category 4 before Florida landfall
Hurricane Milton is rapidly intensifying as it barrels toward Florida, where potentially life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds and torrential rain are expected.
Hurricane Milton is rapidly intensifying as it barrels toward Florida, where potentially life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds and torrential rain are expected.
Minnesota weather: Cooler Sunday, warming trend returning this week
Temperatures will likely stay in the lower 60s for a large chunk of the area on Sunday.
Temperatures will likely stay in the lower 60s for a large chunk of the area on Sunday.
MN weather: Cool Sunday, warmth returns this week
Temperatures will likely stay in the lower 60s for a large chunk of the area today. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the full forecast.
Temperatures will likely stay in the lower 60s for a large chunk of the area today. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the full forecast.