Storm Update: Milton intensifies to category 5 Hurricane

Oct 07, 2024

Hurricane Milton: Category 5

10:55 am CDT - 10/07/24
Hurricane Milton intensifies to a category 5 storm with sustained winds at 160 mph.

Hurricane Milton: Category 4

8:05 am CDT - 10/07/24
Milton rapidly intensifies into a category 4 hurricane. The maximum sustained winds have now increased to 150 mph (240 km/h) and the minimum pressure has fallen to 940 mb.

Milton to become a Hurricane

10 pm CDT - 10/06/24
Forecast to become a major hurricane on Monday. Hurricane and Storm Surge watches likely to go up early Monday for portions of W coast Florida Peninsula.

Tropical Storm Milton towards Florida

1 pm CDT - 10/06/24
Tropical Storm Milton is rapidly intensifying into a hurricane as it heads towards Florida's west coast.

10:55 CDT Monday Update: Milton rapidly intensifies into a category 5 hurricane. Data from a @53rdWRS hurricane hunter aircraft indicate that the maximum sustained winds have increased to 160 mph (250 km/h) with higher gusts. Follow the latest at https://t.co/tW4KeGe9uJ pic.twitter.com/mOxuvGdtu5

— National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) October 7, 2024

Staying Safe During Storm Season

Customers with scheduled pickups or deliveries in Hurricane or Tropical Storm affected areas should anticipate possible delays due to road closures, flooding, and hazardous conditions. We recommend staying informed about local weather updates and remaining in contact with our dispatch team for updates on possible delays.

Tropical Storm Helene comes to a close

4 pm CDT - 9/27/24
Key Messages for Post-Tropical Cyclone Helene. Please be safe in the aftermath of Helene, including practicing safe generator use and avoiding downed power lines and flooded areas.

Tropical Storm Helene moves North inland

5 am EDT - 9/27/24
Catastrophic, life-threatening, record-breaking flash & urban flooding. As Helene continues moving inland, damaging wind gusts will continue, particularly over high terrain southern Appalachians.

Safety remains our top priority, and we are committed to working with our customers to minimize disruptions. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. For updates on how the hurricane may affect your auto transport, please contact us directly. Stay safe!

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