Hurricane Helene Live Updates: Catastrophic Storm Approaching Florida
Hurricane Helene Update
In its 5 p.m. ET update, the National Hurricane Center reported that Hurricane Helene will continue to strengthen as it tracks north over the uber-warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Meteorologists expect the storm to be at or near Category 4 strength by the time it makes landfall later tonight. Regardless of its final category, this storm is already a monster.
Impact on Florida's Gulf Coast
- Wind field spans hundreds of miles
- Storm surge is impacting Florida's Gulf Coast from the Tampa area northward
- Catastrophic flooding predicted in several Southeastern regions
Officials are urging coastal residents to evacuate as the storm looms. Even if Helene doesn't reach another category, it remains one of the most devastating storms the Gulf Coast has faced in recent years. Stay tuned for continuous updates as the situation develops.
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