In preparation for Hurricane Milton, Tri-Rail has suspended all service to Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.

Hurricane Milton reached Category 5 status on Monday, and is expected to make landfall near Tampa, Florida, on Wednesday night. Millions face the prospect of evacuation as Milton makes its way toward Florida's Gulf Coast. They were to supposed to fly back on October 7, but their return was delayed by Hurricane Milton.

Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties will not run on Wednesday or Thursday as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, officials announced Tuesday afternoon.

As Hurricane Milton approaches, South Florida cities, government agencies, businesses, entertainment venues and other groups are deciding how to proceed in the next few days — whether to stay open or close,

As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, Miami-Dade and Broward public schools, FIU, FAU and NSU announced Monday they are closing.

While Miami-Dade and Broward transit buses are operational, Tri-Rail and Amtrak's Miami service has been suspended.

Palm Beach International joins several other major Florida airports in ceasing operations as Milton approaches the Gulf Coast of Florida. The Tampa, Bradenton and Orlando airports also have announced shutdowns. MORE: Hurricane Milton halts Tri-Rail, Brightline, Amtrak in South Florida

Due to Hurricane Milton the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) has decided to suspend Tri-Rail operations beginning on Wednesday.