On social media, many viewers were stunned after a viral video captured a heartbreaking moment showing a dog abandoned in rising floodwaters as Hurricane Milton approaches.
On Twitter, the video depicted a tired dog struggling in the floodwaters after being left behind by his owner as Hurricane Milton approached.
This moment quickly went viral and furited mong viewers question why the owner left him while Hurricane Milton’s growth.
As Hurricane Milton nears Florida, concerns about the welfare of people and animals are growing.
Videos and posts have flooded online platforms, raising awareness of safety measures.
A puppy was found tired in rising floodwaters
On social media, a viral video showed the disturbing scence on the Florida Coast.
On Twiiter, a user, who goes by @FHPTampa shared a video showing a poor dog was abandoned in rising floodwaters.
The Florida Highway Patrol-Tampa shared footage of a dog tied to a fence near Interstate 75 in Tampa.
The pup stood in rising floodwaters that reached its stomach. An officer approached the frightened pup and reassured it, saying, “It’s okay.”
The video has the caption: “FHP Troopers rescued a dog left tied to a pole on I-75 near Bruce B Downs Blvd this morning. Do NOT do this to your pets please…”
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis also shared the video, calling it cruel to leave a dog tied up during a storm. He stated, “FL will hold anyone who mistreats pets accountable.”
The video sparked concern about animals safety
The heartbreaking moment raised questions about the dog’s owner and how it ended up in that predicament.
Meanwhile, many expressed sorrow and heartbreak over the dog’s abandonment.
One person said: Good eye. That dog, in spite of everything else is pretty lucky.
A second wrote: I’m going to cry. This is awful. I hate these people. Find the owner and do the same to them.
While a third commented: This is cruel and criminal. If they find the owners they should be arrested.
Another added: That’s a cute doggy. Make him famous and rename him.
Someone else said: Very sad indeed. Poor thing scared to death. Thank goodness he was rescued.
Officials have shown their support.
For many animal lovers, leaving pets behind is unimaginable.
As Hurricane Milton approaches, the welfare of both people and animals remains a pressing concern.
The public’s reactions on social media have been strong after a dog was abandoned in rising floodwaters.
This prompt Governor Ron DeSantis to voice his backing for the Highway Patrol.
He tweeted, “Thank you @FHPTampa. It is cruel for anyone to leave a dog tied to a post in the middle of an oncoming storm. FL will hold anyone who mistreats pets accountable.”
Fortunately, the poor dog, abandoned by its owner during Hurricane Milton, was rescued and brought to safety.
Hurricane Milton’s impact on Florida
Hurricane Milton is expected to impact parts of Florida, including Tampa Bay.
The storm is a Category 5 hurricane with winds reaching 160 mph. Currently, it is about 300 miles off the coast of Tampa, moving towards the city at 14 mph.
Forecasters predict Milton will make landfall as a Category 4 hurricane, bringing winds of 130 mph. The most significant threat comes from storm surge, which could inundate Tampa Bay with up to 15 feet of water.
Residents have been urged to evacuate as the storm approaches. The city’s airport closed yesterday in anticipation of the storm. While some choose to stay, many are fleeing to safer areas, creating traffic congestion on Florida roads.
