Hurricane Michael Bears Down on Florida Coast

The video discusses a powerful category four storm impacting the continental United States, focusing on its wind strength and limited rainfall. The storm has caused a temporary halt in oil production in the Gulf of Mexico, but market reactions have been muted due to the storm's path avoiding major population centers and oil platforms. The storm's fast movement makes it more predictable compared to past storms like Florence. Agricultural impacts are expected to be minimal due to the limited rainfall and the size of the current crop plantings.

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How does the speed of Hurricane Michael compare to Hurricane Florence?