Breaking news: Hurricane Milton rapidly strengthens to Category 5 as Florida braces

The storm is expected to reach Florida's Gulf Coast midweek.

View in browser|nytimes.com October 7, 2024 BREAKING NEWS The New York Times Hurricane Milton Rapidly Strengthens to Category 5 Storm as Florida Braces for Its Impacts The storm, which forecasters said had grown at a "remarkable" pace, is expected to bring significant rain and battering winds to parts of Florida by midweek. Follow updates Track the storm's path Sign up for Your Places: Extreme Weather. Get notified about extreme weather before it happens with custom alerts for places in the U.S. you choose. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018