Hurricane Milton's Impact and Intensity

Hurricane Milton has surprised regions with its rapid intensification, reaching sustained winds of 180 miles per hour. This hurricane has caused severe destruction in Florida, with significant impacts observed in areas like Tampa, where flooding has already begun. The storm's unusual strength is attributed to warm ocean waters, which enhance hurricane energy, causing it to escalate from a minor storm to a Category 5 in just over a day. Experts caution against labeling Milton as the 'storm of the century,' suggesting that future storms, amplified by climate change, will likely be even more destructive.