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Hurricane Milton: Major Impact on US Supply Chains⚠️🌪 Hurricane Milton, one of the most powerful storms of 2024, is expected to make landfall on October 9th along Florida’s West Coast, bringing winds up to 250 km/h. This comes just weeks after Hurricane Helene, adding further strain to the region. Key ports, including Tampa, Miami, and Jacksonville, are expected to close, causing significant disruptions to the flow of goods and freight transportation. Evacuations have already clogged major highways, delaying shipments and stranding drivers. We’re closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as necessary. Our Beckchoice team is ready to assist you with any logistics concerns during this challenging time👉linktr.ee/beckchoiceltd Our thoughts and prayers are with all those in the path of Hurricane Milton💙 #Beckchoice #FreightForwarding #SupplyChain #Logistics #HurricaneMilton #GlobalLogistics #PortDisruptions #Shipping #TampaPort #MiamiPort #JacksonvillePort #SupplyChainDisruptions #US

Hurricane Milton, a Category 4 storm, is set to strike Florida’s Gulf Coast, putting millions at risk with potential storm surges reaching 12 feet and catastrophic flooding. Local officials, including Tampa’s Mayor Jane Castor, warn that ocean swells could make homes uninhabitable. The federal government has staged significant relief resources, including search-and-rescue teams and millions of emergency food and water supplies, while evacuation orders cover 11 Florida counties. TLC is closely monitoring Milton’s developments and have proactively positioned your supply chain needs to minimize its impact on your bottom line. Contact TLC today to see how else we can keep your business moving forward. #hurricanemilton #freight #logistics #supplychain #hurricaneseason https://lnkd.in/eHJxEzq8

Hurricane Milton is bearing down on Tampa, Florida, as a powerful Category 3 storm, with storm surge concerns on par with a Category 4 or 5. This marks the third major event to disrupt the North American freight market in just two weeks, following the ILA strike and Hurricane Helene. As FEMA juggles relief efforts, disruptions to trucking capacity are already emerging. Tender rejection rates have spiked above 5% nationally, signaling tightening capacity across major Eastern port markets. With Milton’s expected damage to infrastructure and the call for nationwide disaster relief, freight operators brace for more turbulence ahead. Stay ahead of market impacts and adjust your logistics strategy accordingly 👉 https://lnkd.in/eB65YX4m . . . #FreightNews #HurricaneMilton #LogisticsUpdate #SupplyChainChallenges #FreightMarket

Although Hurricane Francine has passed over Louisiana, power outages and damage to local infrastructure have disrupted the movement of goods across the state. What's happening? ⏱️ Delays are expected for both inbound and outbound shipments as the state recovers from the damage. 📦 Pickup and delivery services are being coordinated in New Orleans, Lafayette, and Los Angeles. However, LA markets are expected to be affected for the rest of the week due to local restrictions and weather conditions. What can I do? 📝 With delays likely to increase as capacity tightens, our teams have been assisting OEMs and suppliers with LCL and air transport solutions to minimize the impact. You can contact our North American team in Atlanta at +1 (855) 738 6564 or via email at info@evolution-timecritical.us for more information on how we can support your business operations during the ongoing situation. For live updates and more information, visit: https://hubs.ly/Q02PP-Np0

Traffic Surge on Georgia Interstates Due to Hurricane Milton As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, Georgia interstates are experiencing a significant traffic surge. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) reported a 280% increase in traffic on Interstate 75 and an 89% rise on Interstate 95 compared to historical averages. On Monday alone, traffic levels jumped by 342% on I-75 and 264% on I-95. To manage the influx, southbound express lanes on I-75 will be open for northbound traffic until Tuesday night. If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident during this evacuation, contact Car Wreck Cowboys for a free consultation. We're here to help you navigate your legal options. #HurricaneMilton #TrafficAlert #GeorgiaInterstates #CarAccident #PersonalInjury #CarWreckCowboys #GDOT #I75 #I95 #Evacuation #RoadSafety #LegalHelp #InjuryLawyer #AutoAccident #StaySafe

Hurricane Milton, a powerful Category 3 storm, slammed into Florida's west coast near Siesta Key around 8:30 PM ET with 120 mph winds. This major hurricane, which had intensified into a Category 5 earlier this week, brings a renewed threat to an area still recovering from Hurricane Helene. Milton is unleashing heavy rain, high winds, and tornadoes across the Tampa Bay area and southwest Florida. The storm surge, predicted to reach up to 15 feet in some areas, poses a catastrophic risk to coastal communities. After crossing Florida, Hurricane Milton will re-emerge in the Atlantic early Thursday, bringing a dangerous storm surge of 3-5 feet to coastal Georgia from Savannah down to the Florida border. Areas north of Savannah, including Charleston, can expect a slightly lower surge of up to 3 feet. #Hurricane #Milton #EventResponse #Insurance #Insurtech #ExtremeWeather #Opterrix

Hurricane Helene has made landfall in north-western Florida as a Category 4 hurricane, leading forecasters to issue warnings of a potentially catastrophic storm surge. More than one million homes and businesses are without power, and states of emergency have been declared in Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas, accompanied by flash flood warnings. The hurricane surge—a wall of seawater driven ashore by winds—could reach heights of up to 20 feet (6.1 metres) in some areas. Forecasters have cautioned that the storm surge may have a catastrophic impact on Apalachee Bay. Our catastrophe response team is actively monitoring the situation via our (RE)ACT platform. For detailed updates and damage assessments, please contact Dave Fox. #HurricaneHelene #PowerOutage #EmergencyResponse  #WeatherAlert #CatastropheManagement

Key freight markets in Florida are expected to experience significant disruptions as Hurricane Milton is forecasted to hit the state's Gulf coast Wednesday night. Large cities within the storm's path are Tampa and Orlando, both in the top 25 largest metropolitan areas in the U.S. As is the case before a hurricane, truckload demand has spiked as a probable function of shippers' trying to make a last-second push to get freight out of the region. However, also typical in this scenario, capacity has reportedly tightened as many carriers have turned away loads in the days leading up to the storm. Just like Hurricane Helene's impacts to Florida's Big Bend region as well as to western North Carolina, Milton threatens a similar fate to central and southern Florida's truckload market as residual damage to infrastructure and immediate demand to move emergency aid are increasingly likely in the storm's aftermath. Commerce Express Inc. will monitor the situation closely and provide relevant updates to customers as it relates to their freight needs. . . . #hurricane #milton #severeweather #trucking #truckload #FTL #LTL #logistics #logisticscompany #CommerceExpressInc

Hurricane Milton is set to hit Florida hard—again. 🌪️ After Hurricane Helene’s devastation, Florida is racing to prepare for a second natural disaster in just two weeks. Governor Ron DeSantis has called for one of the largest evacuations in years, as Hurricane Milton is expected to land as a Category 3 storm. The state is bracing for 12-foot storm surges, with the National Guard deploying 8,000 troops for relief efforts. Beyond the immediate threat, these back-to-back hurricanes are exacerbating issues in Florida’s housing market. Tampa’s housing supply has surged 58%, while demand has dropped by 10%. Sellers are slashing prices as prospective buyers are deterred by skyrocketing home and flood insurance premiums—up 400% over the last five years. The hurricane season is likely to further impact these rates, with Milton alone projected to cause $35 billion in damages. As Florida braces for another round of severe weather, both the human toll and economic effects continue to mount. Businesses and communities need to plan for and build resilience in the face of more frequent and severe extreme weather events. Read live updates on CNN here: https://lnkd.in/eVQwry3e #HurricaneMilton #DisasterPreparedness #EmergencyResponse #ClimateImpact #PhysicalClimateRisk #ClimateRisk #RealEstate #Florida #Insurance

With interstate closures, out-of-service rail lines and nearly 600 roads closed or impassable in the wake of Hurricane Helene, moving goods into and out of affected regions remains challenging. While the initial shock was severe — with the volume of shipments declining as much as 34% in Florida and Georgia on a week-over-week basis — we're starting to see recovery. FourKites data shows that shipments destined for Florida, Georgia and South Carolina plummeted more than 25% on a week-over-week basis in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Helene. By Tuesday, September 29, shipment volumes had largely recovered for the majority of states in the storm's path — with Florida seeing a 20% week-over-week increase. FourKites will continue to track the impact of tropical storms and hurricanes on global supply chain operations — make sure to follow and stay tuned for further updates. #data #HurricaneHelene #Florida #supplychain