Wednesday mid evening update Tracking Hurricane Milton: Evolving Threat to Florida's West Coast

What if the path of a hurricane could change in an instant, affecting the lives of millions? Join me, meteorologist Steve Pelletieri, as I bring you the latest updates on Hurricane Milton, once a formidable Category 5 storm, now weakened to a Category 3 and possibly still lessening. As it approaches Florida's west coast, we examine its potential landfall between Venice and Bradenton, its diminishing eye, and its interaction with the Florida Peninsula and northern Yucatan that has altered its intensity.We'll also explore the pressing concerns of storm surge and winds affecting communities from Tampa to Fort Myers. With hurricane-force winds reaching 35 miles from its center, cities like Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and even Fort Myers are bracing for impact. Discover how the shifting winds might change flood dynamics in Tampa Bay and what this means for the region. Stay tuned for our next update later this evening as we keep a close watch on Hurricane Milton's evolving journey across Florida.