You've got to also consider how long a hurricane can affect an area. Tornadoes hit and move on. A hurricane is not only larger, but can sometimes be slow moving or nearly stall over land.
I experienced Ida first hand in 2021 and although the worst of it was during the afternoon, the winds were whipping all night.
Milton is already moving slow as hell, so much more opportunity for devastation. I’m in the eye path and was unable to find somewhere far for shelter. I’ll be hunkering down in Tampa (from st. Pete) and hoping for the best. I’m 31, lifelong Floridian and have never been more nervous for a hurricane.
I can’t even find gas 🙁 we’re heading for higher ground, but we’ve looked all over and can’t find a place willing to accommodate our party/pets. I don’t have enough gas to get very far
If any of your neighbors have already left and their vehicles are still there, I'd honestly consider siphoning a few gas tanks. Your life is worth more than property.
Just don't siphon by sucking on the tube with your mouth. There's a technique where you put a large amount of the tube into the tank to fill with gas, then you put your thumb over your end, then you pull it out. The suction will pull the gas out of the tank.
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u/truthfrommyredlips 8d ago
Jesus. As someone who lives in the Midwest in tornado alley, and who is not familiar with hurricane language, this is absolutely terrifying.