As Hurricane Milton approaches landfall in Florida, several school districts in the state have taken precautionary measures by announcing school closures for Monday. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis revealed on Sunday that schools in DeSoto, Hillsboro, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, and Sarasota Counties will be closed on Monday, with the possibility of more counties being added to the list.
Governor DeSantis emphasized the potential for major power outages due to the impact of the hurricane. He warned that the power outages could be significant and might surpass those experienced during Hurricane Helene. The state is preparing for the aftermath by coordinating 1,800 feet of flood protection systems for critical infrastructure in Hillsborough and Manatee counties.
Furthermore, Florida officials are actively responding to over 3,232 requests for flood protection devices to mitigate the potential impact of Hurricane Milton. The state is taking proactive measures to ensure the safety and security of residents in the affected areas.
