As Hurricane Milton approaches the United States, a Florida resident took an unconventional step to safeguard his vehicle from the impending storm by wrapping it in plastic. This creative protective measure, captured in a video and shared on social media, demonstrates the lengths people go to in order to preserve their belongings. The video, posted on TikTok by user DifraCuba (@difracuba), sparked numerous comments. Some suggested that adding cardboard first would have offered additional protection.
While many praised the individual's efforts to shield the car, highlighting the value placed on possessions acquired through hard work, others argued that the measure might be futile. Due to Hurricane Milton's strength and the anticipated flooding, water could seep in from below, rendering the protection ineffective.
In a similar vein, other residents have resorted to "strapping" their homes with security tapes to brace for the hurricane's impact. Images shared on Facebook by Rayko Suarez reveal houses with yellow tapes securing roofs from top to bottom. Additionally, windows have been boarded up with wooden panels, a common practice in hurricane-prone areas to prevent debris from crashing into homes.
Chaos and Evacuations Amid Hurricane Threat
The looming arrival of Hurricane Milton has thrown Florida's roadways into disarray as hundreds of thousands scramble to find safety. Adding to the confusion, Miami-Dade County has been struck by a tornado, as reported across social media, with shared images and videos depicting the tornado crossing highways, heightening anxiety among evacuees.
Tampa, anticipated to be one of the hardest-hit cities by the formidable cyclone, has turned into a ghost town as residents undertake a mass evacuation. Despite evacuation advisories, some have chosen to remain in their homes. In response, Tampa's police have advised those staying behind to write their name and birthdate on their arm as an extreme identification precaution in case of an emergency.