Hurricane Milton updates: 16 dead across Florida in storm's aftermath

Milton forced millions to evacuate and left widespread destruction.

Last Updated: October 11, 2024, 11:28 PM EDT

At least 16 people have died from Hurricane Milton, which roared onshore on Florida's west coast as a Category 3 hurricane, bringing tornadoes, powerful winds and flooding rains. The monster storm forced millions to evacuate and left widespread destruction across Florida.

Oct 10, 2024, 12:36 AM EDT

Milton weakens slightly with 100 mph winds

Milton remains a Category 2 hurricane, now with 100 mph winds.

The threats of extreme winds, flash flooding and life-threatening storm surge continue as Milton moves inland along Florida's west coast.

Hurricane Milton made landfall on Florida's west coast Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane.
NOAA

Oct 10, 2024, 12:16 AM EDT

Drinking water service to be shut off in St. Petersburg due to major water main break

A major water main break is impacting potable water services across the entire city of St. Petersburg, due to Milton's damage.

The shutdown is expected to last until the necessary repairs can be completed, officials said.

-ABC News' Victoria Arancio

Oct 10, 2024, 12:11 AM EDT

Crane collapses at construction site in St. Petersburg

A crane collapsed during 90 mph winds in downtown St. Petersburg on Wednesday night.

The crane was at a downtown building construction site, according to the City of St. Petersburg.

No injuries have been reported.

Oct 09, 2024, 11:58 PM EDT

More than 2 million customers without power in Florida

There are more than 2,025,000 million customers without power across Florida after Hurricane Milton made landfall as a Category 3 storm, according to poweroutage.us.

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