As Hurricane Milton batters Florida with fierce winds reaching up to 100 mph, Pedro Casares from Orlando took a creative and unusual step to protect his home. In a viral photo shared by Spectrum Bay News 9, Pedro secured his one-story house with six large yellow straps, stretching them from the roof to the ground. The image quickly sparked both amusement and admiration online, with one commenter joking, “Everyone’s laughing now, but this man will be a legend.”
The storm, however, has brought tragedy, claiming two lives so far. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis confirmed 19 tornadoes have touched down, adding to the widespread destruction. Major theme parks, including Disney World, remain closed, and financial losses from the hurricane are projected to reach $200 million. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor has urged residents to remain indoors as officials assess the extent of the damage. The US National Hurricane Center also warned people to be wary of the deceptive calm during the storm’s eye, reminding them that the danger is far from over.