Hurricane Helene Causes Devastation in US
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Hurricane Helene has left a trail of destruction in the southeastern United States, claiming at least 17 lives and causing widespread flooding. The storm made landfall near Tallahassee, Florida, as a powerful Category 4 hurricane, knocking out power for millions.
Key Impacts:
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- 17 fatalities reported across Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina
- Historic and catastrophic flooding in several states
- Over 4.3 million homes and businesses without power
- 115 heavily damaged structures in Valdosta, Georgia
Residents’ Experiences:
- Larry Bailey sheltered in his home with family, describing intense winds
- Curtis Drafton, a search and rescue volunteer, questions if extreme weather is the “new normal”
Government Response:
- President Joe Biden and state authorities urged evacuations before the storm
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis mobilized the National Guard for search and rescue
Global Weather Context:
- Typhoon Yagi affects Asia, storm Boris impacts Europe, and extreme flooding hits the Sahel
- Scientists link some extreme weather events to human-caused global warming, but conclusions are pending for this month’s events.
