A Lee County Sheriff's officer patrols the streets of Cape Coral, Florida, as heavy rain falls ahead of Hurricane Milton on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. As Hurricane Milton nears Florida, Menlo Park firefighters are deploying to aid affected communities, bringing rescue tools and boats to support relief efforts.
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