Joe Biden recounts losing his home to lightning strike during Florida hurricane tour
President Biden has empathized with the people in Florida affected by recent hurricanes, acknowledging the devastation of losing a home.
He shared his personal experience of his home being struck by lightning several years ago, highlighting the sentimental value of lost items such as family photographs and keepsakes that cannot be replaced.
During his visit to Florida to survey the damage caused by Hurricane Milton, President Biden expressed his concern over the toll of the recent storms on the state, which has already suffered millions of dollars in damages.
After taking an aerial tour of the affected areas, he emphasized the importance of providing emergency disaster funding to support recovery efforts.
A helicopter takes President Biden for an aerial tour of areas devastated by Hurricanes Milton and Helene in recent weeks. Pic: Reuters
With at least 17 casualties from Hurricane Milton and ongoing challenges with access to essential services like electricity and fuel, the state of Florida faces a long road to recovery.
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Florida before and after Hurricane Milton
