Shelters were open in all 67 Florida counties, and authorities urged residents of evacuation zones not to attempt to ride out the storm.

Hurricane Milton, which forecasters say poses an "extremely serious threat," is expected to roar into Florida tomorrow.

Florida is working double-time to help Gulf Coast counties clean up all the debris left over from Hurricane Helene. Roads are still lined with appliances, cabinets, furniture and ripped-out drywall, as well as the occasional stray boat.