LIVE UPDATES: Flagler crews are working overnight to remove fallen trees.
Update: The following story has been revised with the latest information and photos.
As of 5 a.m., Hurricane Milton was moving off Florida's east coast, though parts of the state were still experiencing hurricane-force winds and heavy rainfall.
With maximum sustained winds of 85 mph, the storm was moving northeast at 18 mph. Volusia and Flagler counties continued to feel strong gusts and rain.
Curfews are in place in Volusia County until at least 8 a.m. and in Flagler County until at least 7:30 a.m.
Check back here for updates throughout Thursday as the storm exits Florida and damage assessments begin.
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120+ tornado warnings issued before Hurricane Milton; fatalities reported in Florida
Milton’s Impact: Flagler County Crews Clear Roads of Fallen Trees At 7:35 a.m., the Flagler County Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team continued clearing downed trees from roads, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
— Sheldon Gardner
Bunnell Urges Water Conservation Amid Sewer Strain At 7:21 a.m., Bunnell issued an emergency alert requesting residents to conserve water due to flooding that overwhelmed the city’s sewer system, lift stations, and wastewater plant. The city urged people to avoid using laundry, limiting showers, and reducing toilet flushes to help ease the burden.
— Sheldon Gardner
High-Water Rescues in Volusia; Sheriff Tours County At 7:08 a.m., high-water rescue teams responded to calls in South Daytona. The Volusia Sheriff's Office advised residents to avoid the roads due to hazardous conditions. Sheriff Mike Chitwood toured the county early Thursday morning, reporting widespread downed branches, continued rain, and flooded streets.
— Sheldon Gardner
Hurricane Milton Causes Widespread Power Outages By 6:42 a.m., over 199,000 customers in Volusia-Flagler were without power. Flagler County had 50,053 outages, while Volusia County saw 149,825 outages, according to findenergy.com.
— Sheldon Gardner
Milton Hotline Available in Volusia County At 6:28 a.m., Volusia County opened its Citizens Information Center hotline at 866-345-0345, available 24/7 for storm-related questions.
— Sheldon Gardner
National Weather Service: Strong Winds, Rain Continue in Volusia-Flagler At 6 a.m., flooding and high winds were still affecting east-central Florida, with wind gusts between 50-70 mph. Volusia County remained under a flash flood warning until 6 a.m., with a hurricane warning and flood watch active until 8 p.m. Flagler County faced similar warnings, including a flash flood warning until 8 a.m. and a storm surge warning along coastal areas.