CNN’s Anderson Cooper found himself in a dangerous situation while covering Hurricane Milton as he was hit by flying debris during a live broadcast. Reporting from a waterlogged pier near Siesta Keys, Florida, Cooper braved the extreme winds and torrential rain of the Category 3 hurricane. While delivering his report, a piece of debris struck him in the head, causing him to stumble back and react with, “Whoa! That wasn’t good. We’ll probably go inside shortly.”
Cooper, known for covering natural disasters and conflict zones, is no stranger to intense conditions, but this moment drew concern from his viewers. Many fans took to social media, urging him to seek safety and avoid putting himself at further risk.
Shortly after the incident, CNN switched over to host Kaitlan Collins, who reassured viewers that Cooper was okay despite the rough conditions. She explained that the network was having difficulty maintaining a connection with him due to the storm’s intensity. Hurricane Milton has already claimed several lives and caused widespread destruction, particularly in St. Lucie County, where four deaths have been reported.
Despite the danger, Cooper’s resilience is nothing new. However, fans continue to express their worry, hoping he remains safe while reporting from the hurricane’s path.
