Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said earlier that authorities are still assessing damage in hard-hit areas, including Siesta Key south of Sarasota, where Milton made landfall around 8:30 p.m. ET Wednesday as a Category 3 storm packing 120 mph winds. ufabet  

Officials said state, county and National Guard search-and-rescue crews had rescued hundreds of people, including more than 400 trapped by high water at an apartment complex in Clearwater. ufabet  

Milton may have passed, but the danger it poses has not," he said. "Downed power lines. Floodwaters, non-potable drinking water and debris are creating deadly conditions. Keep listening to local officials and shelter in place until it is safe ufabet