Hurricane Milton is rapidly intensifying in the Gulf of Mexico, threatening to make landfall on Florida’s west coast as a major hurricane, potentially impacting areas still recovering from Hurricane Helene. The storm's track is uncertain, but regardless of its intensity, it is anticipated to bring significant rainfall, storm surge, and strong winds to the region. Officials are urging residents to prepare for the worst, with evacuations and emergency preparedness measures being implemented. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for numerous counties and is preparing for a large-scale evacuation, potentially exceeding the number of people who evacuated for Hurricane Irma in 2017.