Effects of Hurricane Milton on the supply chain: Key information to consider.

Hurricane Milton struck south of Tampa, Florida, causing severe disruptions to supply chain operations with heavy rains and high winds. The storm, classified as Category 3, affected major port operations, leading to closures in Port Tampa Bay and Jacksonville, while PortMiami resumed cargo operations. Key roadways, including major interstates, experienced flooding, complicating logistics. Parcel carriers like FedEx and USPS suspended services in affected areas, while UPS continued operations with potential delays. The aftermath of the storm is expected to result in weeks of disruptions.