The aquarium is expecting severe flooding and possible impacts of storm surge — estimated to be upwards of ten feet for the area.

As Hurricane Milton reaches its end, The Florida Aquarium is showcasing how the animals and facilities faired through the storm. “Our buildings weathered the storm well, as did our animals”, confirmed President & CEO of the Aquarium Roger German,

At the Florida Aquarium in Tampa, it was all hands-on deck for days as staff at both its main aquarium and its sea turtle rehabilitation center in Apollo Beach worked to get animals to safer locations.