Joseph Malinowski, known as 'Lieutenant Dan,' gains attention for refusing to evacuate his boat before Hurricane Milton
timesnownews.com — October 9, 2024, 10:01 PM UTC
Joseph Malinowski, known as "Lieutenant Dan," gained attention for refusing to leave his boat in Tampa Bay before Hurricane Milton. He initially resisted evacuation, stating his boat was all he owned, but eventually agreed to leave after repeated requests from officials. Malinowski lives on a houseboat and has survived previous storms, including Hurricane Helene. His nickname comes from the 1994 film "Forrest Gump." A TikTok video about him has gone viral, leading to a GoFundMe campaign to help him get a new boat. Hurricane Milton is expected to impact Florida soon, prompting many residents to evacuate. The storm follows Hurricane Helene, which caused significant damage in the area.