Pres. Biden provides update on preparation for Hurricane Milton

Pres. Biden urged anyone who is being told to evacuate before Hurricane Milton makes landfall to do so, warning, "It's a matter of life and death."

Biden also pledged to continue supporting Helene recovery, saying FEMA will not leave "until the job is done."

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[Mya_Sarah_Bellum]

If Helene tore your life apart, I'm so sorry. My heart goes out to all of you in Milton's path.

[Renteriaryans]

Why are some of you being stupid. With stupid comments.Grow the hell up. This is people’s lives at stake. Not political bull crap.

[BrianKay-im]

I have a feeling this hurricane is going to make Katrina look like a spring shower. For all those effected, be safe. America is watching.

[DKisOk]

I'm Sure That There Are Many Senior Citizens That Have No Way To Get Out!!! And A Lot Of Very Poor People Who Have No Money Or Transportation 😢

[musicauthority]

Listen to President Biden he's giving You the best advice you're going to get. and this has nothing to do with politics. it's people's lives at stake.

[frankvqz]

We’ll never see him using a sharpie to re route any hurricane to downplay its impact.

[lynnegackstetter]

If you don't have a vehicle call and you can get a free ride to a shelter out of the path of damage. Call your local authorities and let them know you need a ride. Please make the plan now. Get important paperwork together and if you have a pet there are shelters that will let you bring them. Don't worry about losing property. American people will help you become whole again. Be safe 🙏

[inezojeda]

There should not be no inbound Lanes only outbound Lanes

[lucasdespain]

Not a supporter of him but it is good to see him back in front of the American people! God be with all Americans during these tough times! God bless

[alexhalsell]

Everybody should listen to him for once.

[ashleylawson]

Thank you Mr President Joe Biden for putting humanity first. We are in Florida I appreciate what you have done for us. May everyone be safe.

[doucetteapril]

Praying for the people 🙏 ❤to be safe 🙏🇨🇦

[Treyno]

This is why we need FEMA for emergencies! Two hurricanes back to back is going to take a lot of federal aid. I hope there will be enough to take care of our fellow AMERICANS in time of urgent need! Praying for everyone involved in this disaster and the next to come.

[jodyhall]

To the comments: Lets put the needs of people first rather than turn this into some political gain

[Lily-and-sky-play-roblox]

All you guys are talking about politics. There is a high chance people will die, and that’s what you care about? Maybe if you lived in Florida you would appreciate him talking about it.

[lillidaisyASMR]

He is giving loving grandpa vibes we would be wise to listen

[serahloeffelroberts]

Good luck evacuating when the gas stations for miles around are completely out of gas.

[robertlatorre-bqlo]

A real president, real response, cool calm and getting the hard job done! 😮😊

[sophielepinoia]

What about resources for people who can't afford to leave. 🥺

[filispirit]

Thank you President Biden for your rapid response. I live in Sarasota we are worried. Gov deSatan has done nothing with the massive cars trying to get out, no gas, what has ge done. No busing to get people out? 🇺🇲💙