Hurricane Milton has wreaked havoc across Florida, with millions still without power in the aftermath of the storm. As the hurricane made landfall as a Category 3 and later intensified to Category 5, it brought destruction not only in terms of powerful winds but also driven by a significant storm surge and devastating tornadoes that impacted neighborhoods from Punta Gorda to St. Petersburg. Local officials are assessing the damage, which includes extensive flooding and loss of life, with at least 15 confirmed fatalities. In areas like Boca Grande and Siesta Key, residents are grappling with the high cost of living in paradise amid the storm’s aftermath. As cleanup efforts begin, President Biden has announced plans to visit the affected regions and called for increased federal disaster aid.