The Sunshine State has started a $9.5 million reconstruction project for SeaPort Manatee after it was seriously damaged by Hurricane Milton.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Monday awarded $9.5 million to SeaPort Manatee to accelerate its recovery and repair efforts after severe damage caused by Hurricane Milton. As Southwest Florida's main deep-water seaport,

SeaPort Manatee provides gas to over half a dozen gas station chains in Southwest Florida, including Wawa, Circle K and Marathon.

In the United States, the assessment of damages continues after Hurricane Milton swept through western Florida. Many people are just now returning to their homes, but it turns out it's still not safe.

In the United States, damage assessments are ongoing after Hurricane Milton swept through western Florida. Many people are only now returning to their homes, but it turns out it’s still not safe. A new threat has emerged in the form of alligators,

Gov. Ron DeSantis said the funding is aimed to ensure "as minimal interruption to the supply chain as possible.”