NBC expert John Morales was forced to hold back tears during the harrowing discussion when asked about the amount of lives that could potentially be lost to Hurricane Milton. The storm has been described by weather experts as the 'deadliest' and most 'catastrophic' natural disaster to hit the south-eastern state in 100 years.

South Florida NBC meteorologist John Morales explained his emotional reaction Monday to Hurricane Milton’s strength and projected path, telling CNN that it was out-of-character for him, but it was brought on by the increased severity of storms due to climate change.

Meteorologist John Morales became emotional while discussing Hurricane Milton's potential impact on NBC 6. Milton, currently gaining strength in the Gulf of Mexico, is expected to make landfall in Florida as a Category 5 hurricane later this week.

Meteorologist John Morales, who went viral for getting emotional on air while reporting on the incoming threat of Hurricane Milton, explained why he was choked up over the storm. “At that moment on television yesterday

Hurricane Milton is barreling toward the Gulf Coast of Florida after setting a record for one of the fastest strengthening periods in recorded history. Longtime south Florida meteorologist John Morales has seen plenty of destructive storms throughout his decades covering the weather,

Major Hurricane Milton Update⚠️Now a Category 5 Hurricane⚠️If the storm stays on the current track, it will be the worst storm to impact the Tampa area in ov

While reporting on Hurricane Milton, a Florida meteorologist appeared to choke up while explaining the potential impact the storm may have. During his Oct. 7 broadcast, WTV meteorologist John Morales visibly appeared shaken as he spoke about Hurricane Milton.