Hurricane Milton — Track & Safety Guide

Know the track and the timeline

Check official forecasts from your national meteorological agency and the NHC or regional centre every few hours. Watches and warnings can change quickly; a watch means you should get ready, a warning means take action now. Compare two or three official sources to spot major shifts in the storm's path.

Prep your home in simple steps

Bring outdoor furniture, trash bins, and loose items inside or tie them down. Close shutters or board windows with plywood if high winds are likely. Fill clean containers with water in case supply lines fail, and keep a supply of non-perishable food for at least three days. Charge phones, power banks, and label important documents in a waterproof bag.

Put together a small emergency kit. Include water (one gallon per person per day), ready-to-eat food, a flashlight, extra batteries, a basic first-aid kit, prescription medicines, cash, and copies of IDs. Add a battery-powered or hand-crank radio so you can get updates if power or internet fails. Don’t forget supplies for pets and infants if needed.

Plan evacuation and communication. Know your local evacuation routes and have a meeting place for family members. Decide who will drive and where you will stay if you must leave. Share plans with a friend who lives outside the danger zone. Keep contact numbers written down in case phones go dead.

During the storm, stay indoors and away from windows. If water rises inside your home, move to higher ground or the highest safe room. Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters — six inches of fast water can knock an adult off their feet and a foot of water can sweep a car away. If officials order an evacuation, leave immediately and follow posted routes.

After the storm, watch for hazards. Stay away from downed power lines and report them to authorities. Inspect your home for damage before re-entering if you evacuated. Take photos for insurance claims. Use generators only outdoors and away from windows to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Where to get reliable updates. Follow your local meteorological service, civil protection agency, and Explore Africa Daily for regional coverage. Use official social channels and emergency alerts on your phone. If you are unfamiliar with local resources, call local emergency services for guidance.

Want a quick checklist? 1) Monitor official forecasts. 2) Secure loose items. 3) Pack a 72-hour kit. 4) Know evacuation routes. 5) Keep contact plans ready. These five steps reduce panic and help you act fast.

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Hurricane Milton Threatens Florida with Catastrophic Category 5 Impact and Evacuations

Hurricane Milton is rapidly strengthening in the Gulf of Mexico, poised to escalate to a Category 5 hurricane. With the storm's projected path aimed at Florida, officials have issued evacuation orders amid warnings of high winds, storm surges, and tornadoes from Tuesday to Wednesday. As Florida still grapples with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Milton's potential landfall as a Category 3 hurricane demands urgent preparedness.