Authorities have issued warnings to local communities in the region to evacuate as soon as possible, as this storm threatens Florida.
The storm, Hurricane Milton, which formed in the Gulf of Mexico on Saturday morning, has intensified into a category 5 hurricane with wind speeds reaching 160 mph.
What is a category 5 hurricane?
A category 5 hurricane is the highest form of hurricane characterized by sustained winds and can cause extreme damage, such as roof damage, fallen trees, and power outages. The latest category 5 before Hurricane Miltin was Hurricane Michael 2018, which made landfall in the Florida Panhandle and caused extreme damage
The storm is expected to be over 5 feet in some areas and up to 15 inches of rain is predicted in Orlando and surrounding regions, which poses a threat to flooding.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has assured residents of sufficient fuel for their evacuation and urged them to leave as soon as possible.
President Joe Biden has also postponed his trip to Germany and Angola and decided to monitor the situation from the White House.
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