The FEMA disaster code for Hurricane Milton is DR-4834-FL. You can find more information about Hurricane Milton recovery at FEMA.gov/disaster/4834. If you are claiming a casualty loss, you will need to reference the FEMA disaster code that pertains to the event. It is just lets the IRS know what disaster caused the loss.
If the loss is caused by a federally declared disaster, you may deduct personal casualty losses relating to your home, household items, and vehicles on your federal income tax return. For tax years 2018 through 2025, personal casualty losses are otherwise not deductible. So, to claim a deduction for costs not reimbursed by insurance or FEMA, you need to reference which disaster caused the loss.
IRS Topic 515
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