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In a remarkable display of dedication and tenacity, a Florida man has captured the attention of social media users worldwide after he was spotted jogging during Hurricane Milton, live on television.
On October 10, 2024, during a live television update on News Nation regarding Hurricane Milton, which made landfall in Florida, a resident dressed in black shorts and black shoes was seen jogging and waving at the news reporter.
This live moment prompted a significant response on social media, where users expressed their admiration for the jogger's unwavering commitment to fitness and the outdoors. His display of determination amid adverse weather conditions sparked a flurry of reactions on X.
"That’s dedication… no days off," an X user said.
"Mr. I don’t skip a day," another wrote.
Many users on X humorously suggested that running against 180 mph winds might help burn more calories, adding a lighthearted twist to the unusual scene. Others remarked that witnessing the jogger's commitment during a hurricane reinforced the idea that Florida residents approach life with a unique sense of resilience.
"Gotta burn those calories I heard you burn extra calories if you run against 180mph winds too," a netizen commented.
"This hurricane has convinced me that most Florida ppl don’t take their lives seriously enough," another said.
"Tampa man running through hurricane winds and rain, not a care in the world. just another normal day; built. F**ing. Different," one user wrote.
However, others appreciated the Florida man, applauding his dedication to fitness and health, regardless of the circumstances. More users optimistically remarked that everything would soon "cool down," referencing Hurricane Milton's temporary disruption.
"He's not letting anything stop him," one said on X.
"All things will cool down, just be optimistic guys," another user wrote.
"I guess when you been through enough hurricanes you get desensitized," one commented.
As Hurricane Milton continues to affect the area, many are left wondering about the unknown jogger’s fate, as the viral sensation has sparked laughter and light-hearted debate amid disaster tension.
Key updates and impact of Hurricane Milton on Florida
According to CNN, Hurricane Milton began on October 8, 2024, rapidly intensifying into a Category 5 storm over the Gulf of Mexico, before making landfall in Florida as a Category 3 hurricane on October 9. Further, around 3 AM local time on Thursday, the storm’s center was positioned roughly 30 miles southeast of Orlando, with maximum sustained winds reaching 85 mph, making it a Category 1 hurricane.
During the disaster, CNN reported that rescue officers made significant efforts to evacuate as many people as possible, successfully relocating 500 individuals to safety. Moreover, Deanne Criswell, administrator of the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency, spoke on BBC Radio 4's Today program on Thursday and indicated that over 70,000 Floridians are currently in government shelters.
She mentioned that while Hurricane Milton has been downgraded to a Category 1 storm, she still urges residents to remain cautious due to potential risks from severe weather.
"The wind, even though it’s decreasing, the threats are not decreasing. With the increased amount of rain, with the threat of flash flooding happening, you need to stay put. Don’t go out, try to make sure you’re as safe as possible," Criswell said.
According to CNN, the death toll from Hurricane Milton has risen to 16 people. Identification efforts are ongoing, but authorities have confirmed the fatalities by county: St. Lucie County with 6 deaths, Pinellas County with 2, Volusia County with 4, and one death each in Citrus, Hillsborough, Polk, and Orange Counties.
On Friday morning, Melissa Seixas, Florida president of Duke Energy, warned people via CNN that they should remain away from the debris where there could potentially be overhead wire. Seixas also added that those wires may not necessarily spark or hiss but they are silent killers.
