As Hurricane Milton approaches many cities were largely deserted but some people decided to shelter in place

Most left when they were told to. But some chose to stay, even though officials warned Hurricane Milton would turn their homes into coffins.

Along Florida’s Gulf coast, where millions of people were urged to get out of harm’s way, cities were largely deserted on Wednesday afternoon as time ran out to evacuate. Those who remained were advised to shelter in place as best they could. Others who fled spoke of their dread at what, if anything, they would return to once the storm had passed.

William Tokajer, police chief of Holmes Beach, told islanders who planned to stay to write their names, dates of birth and social security numbers on their limbs with Sharpies to help identify their bodies after the storm.

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    22 days ago

    I wonder if they’ll ever consider that an almighty god could, you know, NOT send the hurricane instead.

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        22 days ago

        I thought it was enough to not be a murder, a thief or a cheater. Well, you also shouldn’t sell your soul to the devil.

        Once you’ve sold it, no storm will save you. If you haven’t sold it, you don’t need a storm.

        I think they’re so scared of god and think they have to be tested, because they already failed and have sinned by being envious, hateful or greedy.

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      “Gods calling me!” Means the same thing as “I’m stupid and think I’m important.”