There is later information. Please go here to view it.  -- 1:40pm Posting -- Based on new data from the Hurricane Hunters, it appears winds are 175 mph and it looks like the central pressure has dropped to about 912 millibars.  The Hurricane Center says its winds are 175 mph. They are at least that. The "vortex message," a route message from the Hurricane Hunters, has winds even stronger.  You will find information on current  evacuation orders here .  Note: the hurricane may weaken due to its interaction with the Yucatan Penninsula on its way east then northeast. It is not  expected to be as strong as it is when it strikes Florida. However, like Katrina, the storm surge Milton is now creating will be devastating.  -- 12:55pm posting -- I agree with Dr. Cowan's interpretation of the newest Hurricane Hunter data. -Wind gusts are to 175 mph, pressure 925 millibars- 11:46am EDT satellite image. The pressure has dropped an amazing 22 mb in 4 hours do...