Milton is forecast to become a Category 4 hurricane, with winds of 145 mph before it makes landfall on Wednesday.
Milton grew into a Category 3 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 125 mph (205 kph) over the southern Gulf of Mexico.
The National Hurricane Center said Monday morning Hurricane Milton had strengthened into a Category 3 hurricane.
Elected leaders from both parties have had to set the record straight and urge people not to give into fear and rumor.
The National Hurricane Center is tracking Milton. Below are the latest models for the system. Check back for updates.