Hurricane Milton Hits Florida: WWE Star Baron Corbin Shares Video Driving Through Storm

One big thing: WWE’s Baron Corbin navigates Hurricane Milton’s fury

Former WWE United States Champion Baron Corbin shared a video driving through the intense conditions of Hurricane Milton in Florida, showcasing the storm’s severity.

The details:

• Corbin posted a video on social media showing downed trees, wild winds, and heavy rain.
• He was driving to his in-laws’ residence as the hurricane made landfall.
• Corbin’s Hummer vehicle appeared to handle the conditions well.

“Had to drive to the in-laws. It’s getting wild but the hummer gives zero F’s,” Corbin wrote.

Why it matters:

Hurricane Milton’s impact on Florida affects numerous wrestling personalities and operations:

• WWE’s Performance Center and NXT filming location are in Orlando.
• Many WWE superstars reside in Florida.
• AEW’s headquarters are in Jacksonville, which was also hit by the storm.

The bigger picture:

• Hurricane Milton made landfall as a Category 3 storm on Wednesday.
• Millions are without power across the state.
• Tampa’s Tropicana Field, a venue for WWE events, suffered significant roof damage.

Wrestling community response:

• AEW star Adam Copeland has been assisting FEMA workers in Asheville, NC, following Hurricane Helene.
• Cash Wheeler started a GoFundMe for areas affected by Helene, gaining support from wrestling personalities.

As the wrestling world grapples with the impact of these natural disasters, how do you think the industry can come together to support affected communities? Share your thoughts in the comments below.