Political authorities in Miami declared a state of emergency in the city and other parts of the county, due to the proximity and future trajectory of Hurricane Milton heading towards Florida.
Miami Mayor Francis X. Suárez officially declared this Sunday a state of emergency in the city due to the threat of Hurricane Milton, reflecting a rapid and coordinated response to the possible impact on the region, according to a statement from his office.
This measure follows the local emergency declaration previously made by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, who is preparing to face the consequences of this meteorological phenomenon in the community.
Miami-Dade County is preparing for the arrival of Milton, which has reached category 1 and is currently in the Gulf of Mexico, moving east-northeast, as reported by the National Hurricane Center.
On Saturday, before Milton became a hurricane, but anticipating its rapid development, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency in 35 counties, including Miami-Dade and Broward.
It also covers counties such asBrevard, Charlotte, Citrus, Collier, Hernando, Hillsborough, Monroe, Palm Beach y Pinellasetc.
Emergency in Miami due to proximity to Milton
Although its direct arrival is not imminent, residents have been warned about the likelihood of heavy rain and flooding caused by a separate system northeast of the storm, expected in the coming days, according to the Miami County Emergency Operations Center. Dade.
The Emergency Operations Center will be activated at alert level 2 starting at 7:30 am on Monday, with the aim of coordinating preparations and mitigation measures. This activation will allow for agile mobilization of resources and emergency personnel.
For more details on Hurricane Milton and possible proximity to Miami, read this update from TODAY, October 7.
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Analysis: Hurricane Milton Threatens Florida, A State of Emergency Declared in Miami
As Hurricane Milton continues to strengthen and move towards the coast of Florida, the state of emergency declared in Miami and other parts of the county is a stark reminder of the potential danger that this storm poses. According to recent reports, Hurricane Milton has reached Category 5 strength, and its projected path suggests a possible landfall in the Tampa Bay area on Wednesday [[1]].
Miami Mayor Francis X. Suárez’s decision to declare a state of emergency in the city is a prudent measure, reflecting a rapid and coordinated response to the threat posed by Hurricane Milton. As the city and surrounding areas prepare for the worst, residents are urged to take necessary precautions and follow evacuation orders.
While the exact impacts of Hurricane Milton on Miami and surrounding areas are still uncertain, forecasters predict significant rainfall, tropical storm-force wind gusts, and isolated tornadoes [[2]]. With storm surges and flash flooding also a possibility, authorities are taking no chances, and evacuation orders have been issued for parts of Florida [[1]].
The threat of Hurricane Milton comes just weeks after another hurricane hit the state, highlighting the need for continued vigilance and preparedness. US agencies have warned of a possible threat to life as the storm approaches, and the international community is closely watching the situation unfold [[3]].
the state of emergency declared in Miami and other parts of Florida is a serious indication of the danger posed by Hurricane Milton. As the storm approaches, residents are urged to remain vigilant, follow evacuation orders, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The international community will be watching closely as the situation unfolds, and we can only hope that the damage is minimal.
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