Overview

• Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, caused extensive damage in Florida, resulting in at least 16 fatalities and leaving millions without power.
• Apple's donation amount remains undisclosed, but the company has a history of supporting relief efforts for natural disasters.
• The hurricane made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida, and has since weakened to a post-tropical cyclone as it moved into the Atlantic.
• Apple's technology, including the Messages via satellite feature in iOS 18, has been crucial for maintaining communication during the crisis.
• The iPhone's Emergency SOS via satellite feature has also been vital for connecting with emergency services when traditional networks failed.