Here's how to help victims of Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton made landfall as a Category 3 storm at 8:30 p.m. ET Wednesday near Siesta Key, Florida.

At least 10 deaths have been reported throughout Florida. Five were the results of tornadoes in St. Lucie County and two were storm-related in St. Petersburg, and the Volusia County sheriff reported three in his jurisdiction.

About 11 million people were at risk for flash and river flooding, while a record number of tornadoes caused extensive damage Wednesday before the storm made landfall.

As of 11:50 a.m. ET Thursday, over 3.4 million customers in Florida were without power, according to poweroutage.us.

Here are some ways to help those affected.National support

The following national organizations are accepting donations to help affected areas, some of which were already struggling with devastation from Hurricane Helene before Hurricane Milton hit.

American Red Cross: The American Red Cross is opening and supporting shelters for people who have evacuated their homes. Make a financial donation or an appointment to give blood by visiting its website.

Salvation Army: The Salvation Army is providing relief, food service and emotional and spiritual care. You can make a donation online by visiting its website.

Americares: Americares teams are coordinating delivery of medicines, relief supplies and emergency funding to support health services. Visit its website to donate and contribute to its efforts.

Rebuilding Together: Rebuilding Together is helping fund essential repairs and clean-up efforts like tarping damaged roofs, mucking and gutting flooded homes to prevent molding from growing and removing debris. You can donate online on its website or by mail.

All Faiths Food Bank: All Faiths Food Bank is working directly with local emergency management operations to provide food, water and hygiene items to those in need. Visit its website to support it.

Direct Relief: Direct Relief is one of the largest disaster relief organizations in the country and helps health centers, clinics and other medical units with providing medications.

Florida

Florida Disaster Fund: The Florida Disaster Fund distributes money to service organizations that help with disaster response and recovery throughout the state. You can donate online or by mailed check.

United Way of Florida: United Way of Florida organizes resources for those throughout the state and provides support for those in need to recover. Donations can be made online to its overall disaster relief fund or they can be allocated to specific counties within Florida.

Other resources

The Federal Emergency Management Agency says cash donations to organizations on the ground are the most effective way to support affected people and communities.

It recommends visiting the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster website for a comprehensive list of trusted organizations and additional information about how to help.

If you’re still unsure about the best place for your donations, Charity Navigator is a resource that rates charities that are actively providing relief and recovery support.

This article was originally published on NBCNews.com