Milton downgraded to Cat-4 hurricane, still expected to land as major hurricane

The NHC is out with the latest forecast for Milton, some highlights

Milton’s structure changing due to strong 30-35 kt southwesterly shearCloud canopy asymmetric, dry air infiltrating western circulationMinimum pressure up to 931 mb, intensity now 125 ktExpected to be major hurricane (Cat 3 or 4) at landfall tonight (forecast now says at the top end of Cat-3)Wind field likely to expand due to interaction with frontMoving quickly NE at 035/15 kt, expected to slow and turn ENE overnightExact landfall location uncertain, even 12-24 hour forecasts can be off by 20-30 nautical milesRisk of devastating storm surge remains across west-central and SW Florida coast

The storm should make landfall in about 12 hours.

This article was written by Adam Button at www.forexlive.com.

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