How Did Milton Become So Strong So Fast?

Hurricane Milton turned into a Category 5 Hurricane with impressive, daunting speed. But how did this storm go from barely a hurricane to such a dangerous force in under a day? Rapid intensification can happen for a number of reasons: Warm sea surface temperatures; low wind shear; moisture; and bursts of thunderstorms can all contribute to a storm’s strength. Rapid intensification has been happening more in recent years, and recent studies suggest that climate change is to blame. As oceans warm, the frequency of major hurricanes like Milton is expected to increase. (Study Finds)