News Updates on Hurricane Helene’s Path Towards Florida

Wednesday, 25 September 2024, 14:48

News reports indicate Hurricane Helene is intensifying as it approaches Florida. The Category 1 storm is predicted to become a major hurricane, possibly Category 3 or 4, causing severe impacts along the coast.
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News Updates on Hurricane Helene’s Path Towards Florida

Hurricane Helene Track and Impacts

Hurricane Helene is strengthening and is expected to become a major hurricane, potentially reaching Category 3 or 4 status, as it approaches Florida’s Big Bend on Thursday, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC).

Located about 460 miles southwest of Tampa, Helene is currently moving north at 12 mph. The storm is set to cross the eastern Gulf of Mexico tonight and make landfall tomorrow evening.

Forecasted Conditions

  • Maximum sustained winds: 85 mph with higher gusts
  • Expected rainfall: 4 to 8 inches over western Cuba, Cayman Islands, and northeast Yucatan Peninsula
  • Storm surge risk: up to 20 feet along parts of the Florida coast

Significant rainfall, high winds, and dangerous storm surge are expected as Helene approaches the Gulf Coast. Across the Southeast, the storm may cause 6 to 12 inches of rain, with isolated totals hitting up to 18 inches, potentially leading to catastrophic flash and urban flooding.

Post-Landfall Outlook

After making landfall, Helene is projected to turn northwest and slow down over the Tennessee Valley on Friday and Saturday.

While the storm is anticipated to weaken after landfall, strong winds will penetrate well inland, affecting the southeastern United States, including the southern Appalachians.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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