Ah, Hurricane Milton! The only thing more destructive than the winds it brought was the absolute chaos on social media. It’s a hurricane, and apparently, it comes with its own TikTok influencer. Meet Kricketfelt, Florida’s newest reality star, who decided to forego the good sense of evacuation for… *hurricane-proof* mansion shenanigans. Quite the choice, right? It’s like saying, “I’ll stay here in my bubble while the rest of the world starts to float away!” Who needs a lifeboat when you’ve got a concrete blockhouse?
As the storm wreaked havoc on the coast, there she was, camera rolling, daring the hurricane to ruin her livestream. “My husband built this house!” she bragged. Well, that explains it—if the house is as tough as her ego, maybe it can withstand Mother Nature throwing her best tantrum!
Social media erupted with opinions, and I mean proper flaring tempers. One user commented, “DON’T you dare call any emergency services if this goes wrong for you!” It’s hard not to chuckle at the idea of someone yelling at a hurricane while clutching their smartphone. You can almost hear them: “Hey Milton, did you get that? The winds are trying—but so am I!”
Despite the bravado, Kricketfelt’s bravado took a dive as the winds kicked up. Suddenly, her chill attitude was traded for some good old-fashioned panic. “Oh no, the power is out!” she exclaimed, much like a contestant at a reality show who just realized they forgot to pack a crucial item—like a sense of reason.
And in true influencer style, she captured her moment of dread for all her followers. Because what says ‘this could be deadly’ more than a selfie with the wind howling in the background? I can hear the thought process: “Sure, half my neighborhood is flooding, but how do I look in this lighting?”
But don’t you dare think it ended there! Hurricane Milton made its grand debut with winds that could give a Formula 1 car a run for its money—over 190 km/h! People lost power, homes were damaged, and cities like Tampa turned into water parks with no entry fees. Meanwhile, Kricketfelt was out there, showcasing her *hurricane-proof* abode with a side of sarcasm and denial. If there were an award for ‘Most Reckless Content Creation,’ she’d definitely be a front-runner!
Now, as citizens pick up the pieces, it’s a grim reminder: social media likes won’t shield you from storm destruction. Authorities are out there trying to help, and they’re begging everyone to take this seriously. Remember, people, it’s not just a game of survival of the fittest—sometimes, it’s about survival of the smartest.
So let’s recap: This ‘influencer’ thought confronting a hurricane was a good idea, while the rest of us are just here trying to figure out how to prevent our phones from floating away in the flood. If you’re going to stay during a hurricane, make sure your mansion is built by someone who doesn’t take ‘hurricane-proof’ as a mere suggestion. Because when the winds start howling louder than your ego, you might want to rethink your life choices.
In the end, let’s keep our fingers crossed for everyone affected—including Kricketfelt and her viral antics. And remember, when the weather gets rough, maybe think twice before turning it into a TikTok episode. After all, there’s no likes button for “I told you so” when the storm passes!
Amid the growing threat of Hurricane Miltona woman from Florida became the center of an intense controversy on several social networks. Kricketfelt, as he calls himself on TikTok, decided to defy evacuation orders and stay in his “hurricane-proof” mansion, documenting every step of the process in videos that quickly went viral.
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As hurricane-force winds hit the coast and authorities urged residents to seek shelter, the TikToker took refuge in her home, livestreaming and sharing videos mocking those who criticized her.
“That’s why I’m not leaving. “My husband built this house, my husband built this business house.”he noted, in a clip that exceeded 9 million views. “It is residential, but it was built for commercial purposes. “It is made of solid concrete.”.
Tiktoker from Florida ignored evacuation orders and showed off the mansion where he stayed during the storm. (Photo: @kricketfelt)
“I don’t care what people say: ‘Oh, you’re so rich, oh, you’re so rich.’ “Go to hell, my husband is a builder”he added.
Many users accused her of being irresponsible, arrogant and endangering not only her own life, but also that of the workers who were next to her.
“DON’T you dare call any emergency services if this goes wrong for you,” wrote one netizen. “But who is he fighting with? “I’m confused, why is she so angry?” asked another.
In another video, Kricketfelt showed a police car driving through her neighborhood while she filmed from her balcony.
“The police gave mandatory evacuation orders”he wrote, and added: “We can’t say we weren’t warned!”.
As the storm approached, Kricketfelt’s demeanor gave way to a more worried tone. In his latest videos, a certain nervousness could be seen regarding the seriousness of the situation.
In fact, the woman was able to record the strong winds that occurred on Wednesday night, as well as the power outage that occurred due to the meteorological phenomenon.
The user documented the passage of Hurricane Milton on her TikTok account. (Photo: @kricketfelt)
Hurricane Milton hit Florida hard, causing severe damage to several cities. With winds of over 190 km/h, the cyclone made landfall near Siesta Key, causing flooding, power outages and, unfortunately, loss of life. Images of the affected areas show the devastation caused by the storm.
As Milton moved, his intensity diminished, but he still left a trail of destruction in his wake. Cities like Tampa suffered significant flooding and thousands of homes were left without power. Local authorities have been working hard to provide assistance to those affected and restore basic services.
Forecasters continue to monitor the situation as rain and strong winds are expected in other coastal areas. It is important that residents follow the instructions of local authorities and prepare for any eventuality. The recovery of the areas affected by Hurricane Milton will be a long and complex process.
According to the portal Usa Govyou can contact the Red Cross for assistance. In the case of missing children, it is necessary to make a report to the number 9-1-1 immediately or call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
The portal Usa Gov specified that a person affected after the natural disaster may receive benefits in case of unemployment, help to buy food, among other options. Homeowners, nonprofit organizations and businesses will also be able to apply for financial assistance from the Small Business Administration.
According to the database IBTrACSthe nations that suffered the consequences of hurricanes are the United States (268), China (230), the Philippines (176), Mexico (134) and Japan (133). This top 5 is based on storm tracks that intersected the coastline at hurricane intensity (greater than or equal to 65 kt).
Also known as the tropical cycle, it has a diameter scale of 100 km and is composed of several dozen convection storms. The strongest hurricanes have winds of 131 mph (210 kph) and cause more destruction than tornadoes due to their size and duration.
According Atlantic Oceanographic & Meteorological Laboratoryis classified into five categories according to the Saffir-Simpson scale:
- Category 1: 74-95 miles per hour. 33-42 meters per second and 64-82 knots
- Category 2: 96-110 miles per hour, 42-49 meters per second and 83-95 knots
- Category 3: 111-129 miles per hour, 49-57 meters per second and 96-112 knots
- Category 4: 130-156 miles per hour, 58-69 meters per second and 113-135 knots
- Category 5: greater than or equal to 157, greater than 70 meters per second and greater than 136 knots
