Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall South of Tampa, in Sarasota County Florida. Tampa Bay Will Not Receive Storm Surge

Hurricane Milton has made landfall near Sarasota, Florida, bringing with it significant wind and rain. While Tampa is expected to experience severe weather conditions, including high winds, the most concerning impact will be a projected 12-foot storm surge that is expected to inundate Sarasota and drain Tampa Bay.

Meteorologists noted that had Hurricane Milton struck just 15 miles further north, the situation would have been markedly different for the Tampa Bay area, where a once-in-a-century storm surge was predicted. Fortunately, the most severe impacts for Tampa appear to be diminishing as the storm progresses.

Briefing from National Hurricane Center said sustained winds of 78 MPH were recorded near Sarasota FL.

A weatherman shows that the purple zone will receive the dreaded 12 foot storm surge, south of Tampa Bay. The National Hurricane Center released the following: 830pm EDT Oct 9th: Doppler radar data indicates that the eye of #Hurricane #Milton has made landfall near Siesta Key in Sarasota County on the west coast of Florida.

Max sustained winds at landfall are estimated at 120 mph. Briefing from National Hurricane Center said sustained winds of 78 MPH were recorded near Sarasota FL.

Landfall TCU: https://nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCUAT4+shtml/100030.shtml

Residents are urged to remain vigilant as the storm continues to affect the region. Emergency services are on standby to respond to any potential flooding or damage.