Milton, the hurricane that threatens Florida with an unusual trajectory
07-10-24
Hurricane Milton, formerly a tropical storm, is making unusual progress across the Gulf of Mexico, which has generated great concern along Florida's Gulf Coast. Although moving slowly, forecasters warn that this phenomenon, in combination with warm Gulf waters and other atmospheric conditions, could intensify significantly before making landfall.
What makes Milton particularly worrisome is its erratic track. The storm is expected to make a sharp turn to the northeast, accelerating as it interacts with a trough in the northern Gulf of Mexico. This change could significantly increase its strength just before impacting the Florida coast, a possibility that has put local authorities and residents on alert.
Milton's slow-moving behavior, which has allowed it to remain over the warm waters of the Gulf for longer than expected, adds uncertainty about its final track and intensity. As it continues on its course, the hurricane could make landfall with devastating force, bringing with it hurricane force winds, torrential rains and dangerous storm surge.