FACT CHECK: Video Showing Twin Tornadoes Predates Hurricane Milton
viral video Shared by X It claims to show two tornadoes that hit Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton. Two tornadoes 🤯 Numerous tornadoes were reported across Florida today, estimated at more than 50. When has this happened before? pic.twitter.com/oruxp6QT0f — Concerned Citizen (@BGatesIsaPyscho) October 9, 2024 Verdict: False That claim is false. The […]
FACT CHECK: No, Hurricane Milton Was Not Renamed Hurricane ‘Millicent’ In Recognition Of Transgender Awareness Month
virus image Shared by X It displays headlines from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and CNN, each claiming that Hurricane Milton has been renamed Hurricane Millicent in honor of Transgender Awareness Month. oh my god. This is not reality 😭 pic.twitter.com/johQoXNo8R — @ratlimit (@ratlimit) October 9, 2024 Verdict: False There is no evidence that either […]
104 Pets Rescued in Hillsborough County After Hurricane Milton
People and pets in Hillsborough County, Florida, are thanking rescue workers for their efforts after Hurricane Milton hit the state's west coast on Wednesday. In collaboration with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue shared Fox 13 reported Friday that the agency released a positive update on their efforts, saying they have saved more than 100 pets so […]
HURRICANE MILTON: Milton to be one of the strongest hurricanes on record | LiveNOW from FOX
Forecasters say Hurricane Milton has the potential to become one of the most destructive hurricanes on record for west-central … source
Johnson: Additional hurricane aid ‘can wait’ until Congress is back in session
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) said Sunday that passing additional hurricane aid for states affected by Hurricanes Helen and Milton “can wait” until Congress reconvenes after the election. Ta. CBS' Face the Nation host Margaret Brennan explains why she thinks it's safe to wait until November for Congress to pass more aid for Hurricane Helen […]
Tropical Storm Milton update: Florida could be hit by major hurricane as Milton to rapidly intensify
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Laurel Blanchard gives us an update on Tropical Storm Milton as it is now expected to be a … source
The Observer view on climate change: Hurricane Milton is a portent – but it’s not too late | Observer editorial
TThe catastrophe caused by Hurricane Milton provided clear evidence that we are entering a significant and alarming new phase in the global climate crisis. Increasing fossil fuel emissions are causing ocean temperatures and sea levels to rise, creating some of the most destructive storms Florida has ever seen. Together with Hurricane Helen, approximately 250 people […]
Florida Dog Abandoned in Hurricane Milton Is Rescued
A Florida dog stranded on the side of a highway in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, whose image went viral, has been rescued and placed in a foster home, the Tallahassee Humane Society announced in a welcome update. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP)'s Tampa office posted a clip Wednesday of a dog collared against a […]
Couple Finds Silver Lining After Hurricane Milton Uncovers Lost Ring
A Florida couple found a silver lining Wednesday when they discovered their wedding ring that had been missing for “nearly a decade” in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. After returning to Japan, Laura Yorio explained She reported to Fox35 that she found her husband Basil's wedding ring in the backyard, but it was lost nine […]
Gov. DeSantis provides free gas in Florida amid Hurricane Milton fallout
Florida will distribute millions of gallons of free gasoline after Hurricane Milton hit the Sunshine State, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Saturday. Fuel is already being distributed at three locations, the governor said, adding that more locations will open later Saturday, including at the Port of Tampa. Politico reported. The news comes after DeSantis faced criticism […]