Hurricane Milton damage begins to emerge as storm passes into Atlantic Ocean

Hurricane Milton has left a trail of destruction in its wake as it passed into the Atlantic Ocean, leaving residents along the East Coast to assess the damage and begin the long process of recovery.

The storm, which made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane in the Carolinas, brought with it powerful winds, heavy rainfall, and storm surges that caused widespread flooding and property damage. As the storm moved up the coast, it continued to wreak havoc, leaving behind downed trees, power outages, and structural damage to homes and businesses.

In North Carolina, communities along the Outer Banks were hit particularly hard, with many homes and businesses suffering significant damage from the storm surge and high winds. The coastal town of Wilmington also saw extensive flooding, with many streets underwater and residents forced to evacuate to higher ground.

As the storm passed into the Atlantic Ocean, the full extent of the damage began to emerge. In Virginia, residents in Norfolk and Virginia Beach reported downed power lines, fallen trees, and flooded streets. The storm also caused significant damage to beachfront properties, with reports of homes being washed away by the storm surge.

In Maryland and Delaware, residents reported similar damage, with coastal communities bearing the brunt of the storm’s impact. In Ocean City, Maryland, beach erosion was a major concern, with officials warning residents to stay away from the water as high tides and strong winds continued to batter the shoreline.

As the storm continued to move up the coast, residents in New Jersey and New York began to prepare for the worst. In New Jersey, officials issued evacuation orders for coastal communities, urging residents to seek shelter inland as the storm approached. In New York, residents stocked up on supplies and secured their homes as they braced for the storm’s impact.

As Hurricane Milton moves further out to sea, the focus now shifts to recovery efforts and rebuilding in the wake of the storm. Emergency responders are working around the clock to assess the damage and provide assistance to those affected by the storm, while residents begin the long process of cleaning up and repairing their homes and businesses.

While the full extent of the damage caused by Hurricane Milton is still being assessed, one thing is clear – the East Coast has been hit hard by this powerful storm. As communities come together to support one another and begin the process of rebuilding, it is clear that the resilience and strength of the people in the path of the storm will prevail.