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Dog Rescued from Hurricane Milton Debris in Florida

Reporter finds small dog alive in the wreckage after tornadoes devastate a retirement community.

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Men work on cleaning-up after the arrival of Hurricane Milton on October 10, 2024 in Gulfport, Florida. Milton, which comes just after the recent catastrophic Hurricane Helene, landed into Florida's Gulf Coast late Wednesday evening as a Category 3 storm causing extensive flooding and damage. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Benji, a small dog, was found alive in the debris of Fort Pierce, Florida, following Hurricane Milton's destruction.
  • The dog's owners were among those who tragically died when tornadoes hit the Spanish Lakes Country Club Village.
  • Reporter Morgan Rynor and her team prioritized Benji's rescue during a live broadcast, capturing the emotional moment.
  • Emergency crews continue search-and-rescue operations in the severely damaged retirement community.
  • Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, caused significant damage across Florida, leaving millions without power.