Sarasota, Hurricane Milton
'We won't be spared': Evacuation orders expanded, bridges closed as Sarasota awaits Milton
As officials track the path of Hurricane Milton, which returned to a Category 5 status Tuesday evening, they are preparing for storm surge flooding upwards of 12 feet above ground — higher than a similar situation caused by Hurricane Helene less than two weeks ago.
Sarasota County shelters open, evacuation orders expanded to Level C
Sarasota County officials are now urging everyone in evacuation levels A, B, and C to leave their homes ahead of Hurricane Milton.
Sarasota County residents preparing for wrath of Hurricane Milton amid evacuation orders
Sarasota County has issued mandatory evacuations for levels A, B, and C, which includes the barrier islands and downtown Sarasota. For those not evacuating, they’re doing what they can to stay safe and protect their homes. “We thought about leaving, may not make sense to leave now,” said resident Greg Volkov.
Sarasota emergency chief tells residents in Hurricane Milton's direct path: 'The time to act is now'
Sarasota County Emergency Management Chief Sandra Tapfumaneyi joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the current evacuation orders in the county and Hurricane Milton's potential impact.
Sarasota County guide: Milton forecast, evacuations, water, power, shelter and closings
Sarasota County is calling for mandatory evacuations to Zones A, B and C ahead of Hurricane Milton. Regardless of where you live in the county, if you are in a manufactured home or houseboat, you must leave. You can find your evacuation zone here.
Current evacuation levels in Manatee and Sarasota counties
Here is the link to an interactive map for Sarasota County Evacuation Levels: Sarasota County Evacuations Mandatory evacuation levels include A, B, & C. Here is the link for Manatee County Evacuation Levels: Manatee County Evacuations. Mandatory evacuation levels include A, B, & C.
Shelters filling as residents in Sarasota, Manatee heed warnings about Hurricane Milton
"In an evacuation zone, this isn't a suggestion. This is a very stern plea to ... help preserve your life," Manatee spokesman Bill Logan said.
Hurricane Milton: Evacuation orders grow as storm reaches Category 5
Florida officials are urging residents to evacuate now as Hurricane Milton intensifies and sets its sights on the state's west coast. Hours before the storm strengthened to a Category 5 hurricane on Monday,
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Live: Sarasota County expands evacuation to Level C areas ahead of Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton is headed for Sarasota and Manatee counties, causing widespread evacuations ahead of a deadly storm surge.
Live updates: Sarasota and Manatee brace for deadly storm surge of Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton is headed for Sarasota and Manatee counties, causing widespread evacuations ahead of a deadly storm surge.
Sarasota County announces mandatory evacuation for residents ahead of Hurricane Milton
Sarasota County announces mandatory evacuation for residents in levels A and B ahead of Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton: Monster storm re-intensifies to Category 5 as Florida braces for direct hit
Hurricane Milton, which forecasters say poses an "extremely serious threat," is expected to roar into Florida tomorrow.
Live: Storm surge forecast goes up for Sarasota-Manatee as Hurricane Milton hits 180 mph
Sarasota and Manatee counties are now under a hurricane Warning and storm surge warning due to Hurricane Milton.
Live updates: Hurricane Milton upgrades to Category 5 as Florida braces
The powerful and dangerous Hurricane Milton is expected to make Wednesday landfall in Florida. Follow live updates.
Hear how Tampa’s mayor is dealing with misinformation ahead of Hurricane Milton
CNN’s Pamela Brown speaks with Tampa Mayor Jane Castor to discuss the challenges the city faces as Hurricane Milton ...
Hurricane Milton weakens slightly as expected but could double in size as Florida prepares
The National Hurricane Center said Hurricane Milton could double in size by the time it makes landfall Wednesday night.