Seventy percent of the damage was in the northwestern quadrant of Polk County, he said. Of the properties assessed for damage, 38 were destroyed and 422 suffered major damage, 1,300 had minor damage and in all, 5,300 properties were affected by the Milton.

Two people were arrested after deputies said they broke into a Polk County home to "escape Hurricane Milton," but instead damaged the property.

Polk County crews will begin Hurricane Milton debris collection on Monday. Officials said residents are encouraged to clean up storm damage and move debris to the curb for collection.