As Hurricane Milton devastates Florida, residents like Pedro Casares from Orlando have taken extreme measures to protect their homes. Pedro secured his house with six large yellow straps tied from the roof to the ground before the Category 5 storm hit, with winds reaching up to 100 mph. His unusual preparation gained attention when a viral image of his home was shared by Spectrum Bay News 9 on X (formerly Twitter). One commenter called it “the most Florida thing ever,” while another praised Pedro’s creativity: “He’s thinking outside the box.”

Tragically, two people have died due to the hurricane, confirmed by a St. Lucie Fire District official. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis also reported 19 tornadoes linked to the storm. Major theme parks, including Walt Disney World, closed for safety.

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor urged residents to stay indoors during the chaos, emphasizing, “Please stay inside until it’s safe to return.” She noted the region was spared from a predicted storm surge, calling it “a blessing.”

The US National Hurricane Center warned about the deceptive calm when the eye of the storm passes, stating, “Just as quickly, the winds and rain begin again.” Meanwhile, Forbes estimates Disney could lose up to $200 million due to park closures. Despite the challenges, individuals like Pedro are finding ways to adapt.