● According to the United States National Hurricane Center, as of October 7, Hurricane MILTON (Category 1) is currently located in the Gulf of Mexico, moving east at a speed of 10 km/h. The central pressure is 983 hPa, and the maximum wind speed is 75 kt (40 m/s). The hurricane is expected to intensify as it continues eastward, approaching the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico between 6:00 PM on October 7 and 6:00 PM on October 8, with the strength of a major hurricane (Category 4). It is then projected to approach and make landfall in Florida, USA, as a major hurricane (Category 3). There is a need to remain vigilant against heavy rain, strong winds, storm surges, and high waves.
Preparations Before Landfall/Approach:
1. Gather the latest information from news reports and relevant agencies.
2. Prepare for possible power outages by securing flashlights, lighters, candles, portable radios, and extra batteries, and stock up on essential supplies such as drinking water, food, and gasoline.
3. In anticipation of possible evacuation, prepare items such as your passport, cash, rain gear, portable water, and food, and keep them ready to carry at any time.
4. Secure or move indoors any items that may be blown away by strong winds.
5. Confirm evacuation locations and routes.
6. Coordinate with family members on emergency contact methods and evacuation sites.
7. If you reside or are staying in coastal areas, pay attention to potential storm surges and consider evacuating to a safer inland location in advance.
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U.S. National Hurricane Center:
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