The Reddit post discusses the powerful Hurricane Milton, which rapidly intensified from a Category 1 to a Category 5 storm in a short period of time. The post includes comments from users sharing their experiences with previous hurricanes and expressing concern about Milton's potential impact, particularly the high storm surge. There are also discussions about the hurricane's unusual characteristics, including its small eye, and the possibility that it is nearing the mathematical limit of hurricane strength. The post highlights the importance of evacuating before a hurricane hits and provides information about shelters and emergency resources.