With Hurricane Milton approaching closer to Florida, President Joe Biden has assured the residents that the federal government was all geared up to help and support them during the storm. He said in his address to the nation, “We’ve got your back,” underlining the enormity of resources put in place well ahead of the Category 4 hurricane.
Over 1,200 search and rescue personnel, ambulances, and medical teams, as well as millions of meals and water, are deployed, according to a release from the White House. “These preparations will minimize the potentially devastating impact of the storm and with federal teams situated strategically in places where they can deliver aid as soon as Milton makes landfall,” said Biden.
The fruit of the position held covers appeals of the president to the citizens of Florida, urging residents to pay attention to the evacuation orders and safety warnings as indicated by local officials. “This is a treacherous storm and very dangerous, lives are at stake, Mr. Biden said. If you are in its way you must now take action to ensure your safety and that of your loved ones.
Hurricane Milton would affect the entire state by bringing storm surges that pose life-threatening effects, heavy rainfall, and powerful winds while passing through the state of Florida. According to Biden, his administration has been closely working with state and local leaders to ensure that their resources are properly distributed, coordinating efforts in response.
Even Vice President Kamala Harris sent out her warnings, reiterating the administration’s position on preventing price gouging and other exploitative practices during the crisis. “We’re paying attention to this so no one gets a chance to exploit this disaster,” she said.
Approaching Milton, President Trump assured the residents that the federal government not only acts on the storm’s immediate threats but also is prepared for long-term recovery. He vowed that the agencies of the federal will be “there for weeks and months” so they could aid in rebuilding the communities after Hurricane Harvey.
“We will be with you every step of the way,” Biden promised. “We have been through this before, and we’ll get through it again—together.”
The message from the White House is that Floridians are not alone in facing Hurricane Milton. As the government deployed resources on the ground and more prepared to do so, Biden urged everyone in the path of the storm to take all precautions possible and stay updated through official channels for safe passage.
