The city of St. Petersburg is reeling from the impacts of Hurricane Milton, which brought ferocious winds exceeding 100mph, resulting in multiple crane collapses across the downtown area. Notably, a construction crane toppled into the office building of the Tampa Bay Times, cutting off access for staff who remained committed to reporting despite the chaos. Governor Ron DeSantis has commented on the need for state regulation concerning tower cranes, suggesting that developers should have taken precautions prior to the storm. The local government has issued warnings advising residents near vulnerable construction sites to find shelter. As recovery efforts begin, the extent of the damage caused by the collapsing cranes and other storm-related incidents is starting to come into focus.