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Storm Helene: Deadly floods spread to more US states | BBC News
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Storm Helene: Deadly floods spread to more US states | BBC News

Hurricane Helen's Impact on the Southeastern US

Overview of Hurricane Helen

  • Hurricane Helen has caused significant flooding in several southeastern states, resulting in at least 63 fatalities and fears that this number may rise. Over three million people are currently without power.
  • The hurricane made landfall as a Category 4 storm with wind gusts reaching 140 mph, marking it as the most powerful storm recorded to hit Florida's Big Bend area.

Damage Assessment

  • Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis reported extensive damage, including storm surges exceeding 15 feet, which is significantly more severe than previous storms like Idalia and Debbie.
  • Reports indicate that some areas in North Carolina have lost all cell and internet service, complicating communication efforts for officials trying to assess the situation.

Ongoing Effects and Cleanup Efforts

  • The storm continues to affect regions beyond its initial impact zone; flash flood warnings are now issued for Tennessee as well.
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Torrential rain from Storm Helene has ravaged parts of North Carolina and Tennessee - the latest south-eastern US states to suffer in a disaster that has killed at least 63 people. More than 400 roads remain closed in North Carolina, where 10 people have died. Supplies are being airlifted to residents, state Governor Roy Cooper said. Officials have continued their rescue missions with boats, helicopters and large vehicles to help those stranded in floodwaters. The storm began as a hurricane - the most powerful on record to hit Florida's Big Bend, and moved north into Georgia and the Carolinas after making landfall overnight on Thursday. Although Helene has weakened significantly, forecasters warn that high winds, flooding and the threat of tornadoes could continue. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #StormHelene #US #BBCNews