Tornado hit Florida before the arrival of Hurricane Milton: videos show its devastation

The state of Florida, USA, is on high alert due to the imminent threat of Hurricane Milton, a meteorological phenomenon that, although its intensity has recently decreased to category 3, remains a potentially catastrophic risk.

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Just hours before the arrival of the feared Hurricane Milton, a tornado advanced its path, destroying everything around it. The phenomenon, which arose unexpectedly, destroyed homes, businesses and left thousands of people without electricity, causing total chaos in the affected communities of Fort Myers, Florida.

The tornado formed as a result of atmospheric instability generated by Hurricane Milton, which continues to move toward the west coast of Florida. In a matter of minutes, The landscape was unrecognizable: trees uprooted, vehicles overturned, and buildings reduced to rubble.

The streets are full of debris, downed power lines, and residents try to come to terms with what just happened as they seek shelter before the imminent arrival of Milton.

The NHC had already issued warnings of tornadoes associated with the hurricane, but few imagined that they would manifest with such intensity before the main impact of the storm. Tornadoes associated with hurricanes, like those generated by Milton, are known to be difficult to predict, but equally devastating.

There are certain distinctive signs that help identify them. Firstly, tornadoes are characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud, which descends from the sky towards the ground, carrying dust and debris with it. This funnel is the clearest visual indicator, although tornadoes also manifest themselves through extremely strong winds that can reach speeds of up to 500 km/h, capable of uprooting trees and destroying structures in a matter of minutes.

Despite its short duration, which can be just a few minutes, a tornado is capable of traveling several kilometers, leaving a trail of destruction.

So far, more than 5.5 million people have been evacuated from Florida, while it is estimated that many others are considering leaving their homes as warnings intensify.

Hurricane Milton, currently Category 3, has not yet made landfall, but the tornadoes that have emerged as a result of its proximity have intensified the sense of danger throughout the region. Authorities have insisted that these tornadoes are just the prelude to what could be an even bigger catastrophe, when the hurricane finally hits.

As more tornadoes continue to form, citizens are trying to make quick decisions, evaluating whether to evacuate or seek safety in their homes.

With more tornadoes forming in South Florida and Hurricane Milton moving relentlessly, The authorities have redoubled evacuation efforts and assistance to people in high-risk areas. FEMA and the National Hurricane Center continue to issue warnings, asking people not to let their guard down and continue to follow evacuation instructions.

Meanwhile, millions of people continue to receive alerts through their cell phones, informing them of new evacuation routes, available shelters and the latest weather reports. The inhabitants of the affected areas are trying to reorganize and, Those who have not yet been directly impacted by the tornadoes are preparing for the worst when the hurricane makes landfall in the coming hours.

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