Something special happened during the live coverage of Hurricane Milton CNN, so they left the audience in shock.
When the storm raged, Anderson Cooper found himself in a dangerous situation that no one expected.
When the winds reached deadly speeds and fragments flying through the air, his courageous broadcasting quickly emerged with an unexpected turn – the one who was concerned about the of social media.
Anderson Cooper hit the debris while reporting hurricane Milton
The audience concerned took on social media after the CNN Anderson Cooper’s anchor hit the face fragments while covering Hurricane Milton Live on-Air.
Hurricane Milton, the second mainst storm that hit Florida in a few weeks, carried out on October 9. Landfall as a strong hurricane category 3. The authorities issued several warnings that urged the inhabitants to evacuate, although some decided to stay in the affected areas.
Cooper, 57 years old, reported vividly from Siesta Key in Florida and dared intense winds 120 km / h when he added the storm update. When the shots of his broadcast decomposed online, the audience watched him fighting against tireless wind and rain – until he suddenly hit a piece of remnants.
Cooper responded to the intervention and acknowledged the danger and said, “Woah! That wasn’t good. We’ll probably go in soon.”
The incident provoked a debate on social media, and many asked why a veteran journalist was in such a dangerous situation in such a dangerous situation.
“What does Anderson Cooper give on the pier in the middle of the ocean at the height of the hurricane in its center when informing viewers? It’s like 120 miPh winds.
Another user demanded: “Someone will save Anderson Cooper from CNN. #Hurricanemilton.”
The third person wrote: “When Anderson Cooper hits flying debris in Bradenton, fl. Wtf.”
“That wasn’t good”: Anderson Cooper gets whacked by debris whilst reporting at the water’s edge. #HurricaneMilton pic.twitter.com/T8pAh6SwpZ
— 𝚂𝚎á𝚗 𝙾’𝚂𝚑𝚎𝚊 Global News (@ConsumerSOS) October 10, 2024
Others attracted a comparison with the meteorologist Jim Cantor, who is known for reporting from extreme weather conditions. “Why is Anderson Cooper in Milton trying to be Jim cantore and why did he get in his face in his face?” One viewer asked.
Although Hurricane Milton has since weakened category 1 since then, officials continue to warn residents of possible destruction as it moves inland. Governor Floridy Ron Desantis urged people to stay careful and say, “You have to protect yourself in place and just Hunker down.
conclusion
As a result of Hurricane Milton, Anderson Cooper’s meeting with flying debris caused a sharp discussion of the risks that journalists take from extreme weather conditions. While some admire his determination to provide first -hand coverage, others say that no story is worth such a danger.
How does the storm weaken, the debate remains – should the news networks prefer dramatic live news, or should they prefer the safety of their reporters? What is your opinion? Let us know in the comments below.