In the 1996 episode Hurricane Neddy, the town of Springfield falls into chaos as its residents prepare for an incoming major storm. The hurricane in the episode bears striking similarities to the real-life Hurricane Milton, which recently struck Florida, causing widespread devastation across the state and triggering 36 tornadoes.

In Season 8, Episode 8, the Simpsons are shown panicking and panic-buying after a storm warning is issued. Floodwaters are later seen rushing through the streets, eventually reaching the second floor of their home as the family attempts to escape on a makeshift raft.

These scenes bear a shocking resemblance to the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, where residents were forced to evacuate their homes and emergency teams had to rescue people trapped by floodwaters. At least 17 people died in Florida due to Hurricane Milton, and economic damages have been estimated in the billions of dollars.

Fans have also drawn comparisons to other episodes that seemed to predict increased hurricane activity in Florida. For example, a 2013 episode features a storm hitting Saint Lucie County, where characters struggle to survive after their homes are destroyed by flooding, prompting officials to issue mandatory evacuation orders.

Many viewers believe that the satirical cartoon The Simpsons has an eerie ability to predict the future, as several scenes from the show have mirrored real-world events years after airing. Over its 34-year history, the iconic series has seemingly foreshadowed events such as 9/11, Donald Trump’s presidency, and Disney’s acquisition of Fox.

“The Simpsons predicted a once-in-a-century storm years before it happened.”

“Are The Simpsons psychic? Everything they show seems to come true. Maybe it’s time we start taking it more seriously.”

However, skeptics argue that these predictions are merely coincidences, noting that with hundreds of episodes and a wide range of content, it’s not surprising that some scenarios would eventually align with reality.