As Hurricane Milton continues to tear through Florida, a local man, Pedro Casares, took extreme measures by strapping down his entire house in Orlando. With winds reaching up to 100 mph, Casares used six large yellow straps to secure his one-story home, hoping to protect it from the destructive storm. A photo of his unique efforts, shared by Spectrum Bay News 9, quickly went viral online, with many calling it “the most Florida thing ever.”
Despite the humor surrounding the image, the situation in Florida remains dire. Hurricane Milton, which hit as a Category 5 storm before weakening, has left over three million homes and businesses without power. The state has also confirmed multiple deaths, with two fatalities reported in St. Lucie County. The storm brought 19 confirmed tornadoes, compounding the destruction across Florida.
Social media users praised Casares for his ingenuity, with one person joking that while others’ homes may float away, his house would remain secure. Others highlighted the need for more people to think “outside the box” like him. However, the widespread damage from Milton is no laughing matter, as residents continue to grapple with its aftermath.
Viewer Mohammed Nijem is getting prepped for Hurricane Milton. pic.twitter.com/4WuexigBFp
— Spectrum Bay News 9 (@BN9) October 8, 2024
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor urged citizens to stay indoors, warning them to remain cautious as high tide could still lead to further flooding. “It’s not over… rivers are going to flood,” she cautioned. Authorities are assessing the full extent of the destruction, but the situation remains dangerous as the storm continues.
Meanwhile, major Florida attractions like Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando remain closed, with Disney expected to lose up to $200 million due to the hurricane. While many holidaymakers are stranded, Florida residents are doing everything they can to protect their homes, even if it means strapping them down like Pedro Casares.
