Hurricane Milton strengthens into a monstrous Category 5

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Hurricane Milton strengthens into a monstrous Category 5

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LIVETraffic clogs Florida highways as residents race to escape storm's landfall late Wednesday

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Storm-weary Florida residents prepare for another round with Milton

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WATCHFlorida meteorologist becomes emotional while reporting on 'horrific' Hurricane Milton

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Hurricane Milton's rapid intensification is part of a climate-fueled trend

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TRACKERFollow Milton's path, forecast and status

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