Hurricane Helene Weakens to Tropical Storm, Leaves Trail of Destruction Across Southeast.

Florida:

Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm, has weakened to a tropical storm as it moves further inland, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center. Despite its downgrade, conditions remain “life-threatening,” with ongoing storm surge warnings.

Helene has proven to be one of the most powerful storms to strike the Gulf Coast, wreaking havoc in Florida with fierce winds and flash flooding before barreling across Georgia toward Tennessee and the Carolinas.

Tragically, the storm has claimed lives: one person was killed in Florida by a falling road sign, while two fatalities have been reported in Georgia.

Many communities are grappling with severe flooding, with reports of roads and homes submerged. One family recounted the harrowing experience of swimming out of their home as waters rose to shoulder height. Emergency responders are working tirelessly to assist those affected as the storm continues its destructive path.