For decades Sarasota avoided a hurricane's direct. Milton finally made landfall on Sarasota's coast, but pulled its punch. Was it the legend?

The Gulf Coast of Florida was immensely impacted by Milton, hitting as a Category 3 hurricane 120-mph sustained winds. See damage in cities counties.

Milton left a path of destruction throughout the state, including damaging homes, buildings, boats and other infrastructure throughout Sarasota. Here are some photos and videos that tell the story of Milton's damage in Sarasota.