Source: National Hurricane Center – 5:00 PM EDT, Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Hurricane Milton, a powerful Category 3 hurricane, is fast approaching the west-central coast of Florida with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph. While the most severe effects will be felt near Tampa Bay, the Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Boynton Beach areas should prepare for strong tropical storm conditions caused by Hurricane Milton Boca Raton Delray Beach Boynton Beach impacts.