Hurricane Milton threatens Sarasota and Manatee counties with a massive storm surge and Category 5 winds of 160 mph.

Hurricane Milton is expected to bring a life-threatening storm surge of up to 15 feet for some Florida coast areas.

Live updates tracking news and messaging from Lee County as Hurricane Milton makes its way toward the west coast of Florida.

Hurricane Milton threatens Sarasota and Manatee counties with a massive storm surge and Category 5 winds of 160 mph. Residents prepare for flooding.

Hurricane Milton threatens Sarasota and Manatee counties with a massive storm surge and potential Category 4 winds. Residents ...

Hurricane Milton threatens Sarasota and Manatee counties with a massive storm surge and potential Category 4 winds. Residents ...

Hurricane Milton threatens Sarasota and Manatee counties with a massive storm surge and potential Category 4 winds. Residents prepare for flooding.

The National Hurricane Center is tracking Milton. Below are the latest models for the system. Check back for updates.

This is a live news blog tracking news and messaging from local officials as Hurricane Milton makes its way toward the west ...

Hurricane Milton's winds reach 90 mph and is expected to reach Category 4 strength. Sarasota and Manatee counties are in ...