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Hurricane Milton is downgraded to a Category 3 storm but remains a grave threat to Florida, forecasters say
Hurricane Milton was downgraded to a Category 3 storm but remains a grave threat to Florida, with officials urging residents to flee inland to survive the surge.
Tropical storm-force winds have begun affecting Florida's western coast as Milton approaches, causing rising water levels and urgent warnings.
The Tampa Bay area, home to over 3.3 million people, faces a storm surge projected as high as 9 feet.