A Florida man faces felony charges for tying his dog to a pole during Hurricane Milton.

A man in Hillsborough County, Florida, has been charged with a felony for allegedly tying his dog, Trooper, to a pole on Interstate 75 as Hurricane Milton approached. He faces up to five years in prison. Local officials are advocating for harsher penalties for animal abandonment during emergencies. Trooper is currently in foster care and will not be returned to his alleged abuser, as authorities prioritize the dog's well-being.