Hurricane Milton (2024)

Category 5 Atlantic Hurricane • Peak winds: 180 mph (289 km/h)

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🌀 Category 5

Hurricane Milton reached Category 5 intensity on the Saffir-Simpson scale.

💨 180 mph

Peak sustained winds of 180 mph (289 km/h).

🌊 Atlantic Basin

Formed in the Atlantic Ocean during the 2024 hurricane season.

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About Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton was an extremely powerful Category 5 hurricane that rapidly intensified in the Gulf of Mexico in October 2024.

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The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale rates hurricanes from 1 to 5 based on sustained wind speed. Category 5 storms like Milton have winds of 157+ mph and cause catastrophic damage.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Hurricane Milton occur?

Hurricane Milton formed during the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.

How strong was Hurricane Milton?

Hurricane Milton reached Category 5 intensity with peak sustained winds of 180 mph.

Where did Hurricane Milton make landfall?

For detailed track and landfall information about Hurricane Milton, check our storm tracker and historical hurricane data.

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