Hurricane Milton Update: What South Dade Needs to Know 🌧️

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Jordan Keys
October 07, 2024

Hey Neighbor,

We hope you’re staying safe and prepared as Hurricane Milton, a powerful Category 5 storm, approaches Florida. Currently projected to make landfall near Tampa, Milton is a serious storm, and our thoughts are with everyone in its path.

Here in South Dade, we’re under a Tropical Storm Warning. Here’s what you need to know and how you can prepare:

🌪️ Hurricane Milton: The Latest Update

  • Category: 897mb pressure with 180 MPH max sustained winds and gusts 200+ MPH. This is now the 4th strongest hurricane ever recorded by pressure on this side of the world. The eye is TINY at nearly 3.8 miles wide. This hurricane is nearing the mathematical limit of what Earth's atmosphere over this ocean water can produce.

  • Expected Landfall: Tampa area, late Wednesday evening (10/9) into Thursday morning (10/10)

  • South Dade Impact: Tropical storm conditions are expected with gusty winds, heavy rain, and possible power outages. The worst conditions are expected Early Wednesday afternoon

📋 Preparing for Tropical Storm Conditions

While we’re not in the direct path of Hurricane Milton, it’s still important to be ready:

  • Secure Loose Items: Make sure outdoor furniture, trash bins, and other loose items are tied down or brought inside.

  • Check Your Supplies: Stock up on water, batteries, and any essentials in case of short-term power outages.

  • Stay Informed: Monitor local news updates and our newsletter for the latest on the storm’s impact.

🚨 Important Resources

  • Miami-Dade County Emergency Information: Remember:911 is for emergencies only. Call 311 or visit 311 online for non-emergency government services and information and to report problems like price gouging, and downed traffic signs, signals or street lights. 

  • Local Shelters: 🔹 Robert Morgan Senior 18180 SW 122nd Ave (South Miami-Dade County), 🔹 Felix Varela Senior 15255 SW 96th St (South Miami-Dade County), 🔹 Jorge Mas Canosa Middle 15735 SW 144th St (South Miami-Dade County), 🔹 South Miami Senior 6856 SW 53rd St (South Miami-Dade County) 🔹 Terra Environmental Senior11005 SW 84th St (South Miami-Dade County)

  • Power Outage Reporting:To report a power outage to Florida Power & Light (FPL), you can call 1-800-4OUTAGE (1-800-468-8243) or report it online. You can also call this number to report a downed power line

🌧️ What’s Open, What’s Closed

Here’s a quick list of closures and what’s still open in the area:

  • Schools: All schools in Miami Dade will be closed Wednesday, October 9th.

  • Grocery Stores: Most stores are open ,but expect higher traffic and limited supplies.

  • Community Centers: Open as temporary shelters if needed.

Sandbag distribution will continue 10/8 starting at 7 am until supplies run out

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Stay Connected & Safe

We’re all in this together. Share your storm prep tips with us on social media using #LureMIA, and keep your neighbors informed. We’ll continue providing updates as Hurricane Milton progresses.

Stay safe and prepared,
The Lure MIA Team

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