Coco Gauff’s Heart with Hurricane-Ravaged Florida
Coco Gauff, the 20-year-old American tennis star, is currently competing in the Dongfeng Voyah Wuhan Open in China. However, her thoughts are with her home state of Florida, which has been devastated by Hurricane Milton.
Gauff, who resides in South Florida, has been closely monitoring the news and expressing concern for those affected by the storm. “I’m thinking a lot about those in central and the west coast of Florida,” she said. “I know it’s supposed to hit hard, especially in the Tampa area.”
Hurricane Milton made landfall as a Category 3 storm, bringing with it high winds, tornadoes, and storm surge. It comes less than two weeks after Hurricane Helene also struck the region, leaving many Floridians reeling.
Despite the distance, Gauff has been using her platform to urge her fellow Floridians to take shelter and stay safe. She has also shared information on social media about shelters, pet care, and resources for those with special needs.
“Floridians are pretty hurricane strong,” Gauff acknowledged. “But I just pray there are no lives lost. Obviously I don’t want anybody’s home to be destroyed. At the end of the day it’s property and can be replaceable.”
Gauff’s concern for her home state is evident in her words and actions. She is a role model for young people everywhere, showing that even in the midst of personal success, it is important to remember those who are suffering.