Hurricane Helene makes landfall in Florida, causing widespread damage

The storm brought torrential rains, strong winds, and storm surge, leading to widespread power outages and evacuations

Hurricane Helene, one of the most powerful storms to hit Florida in decades, made landfall on the state's Gulf Coast, causing widespread damage and flooding. The Category 4 storm brought torrential rains, strong winds, and a storm surge that inundated coastal communities.

The storm's impact was felt across the state, with widespread power outages and evacuations. Thousands of people were forced to leave their homes as floodwaters rose, and many others were left without electricity or basic necessities. The storm also caused significant damage to infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and buildings.

The National Hurricane Center warned that Helene could bring "life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds, and flooding rains" to much of Florida and parts of the southeastern U.S. The storm's path took it across the state, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to many areas.

As the storm moved inland, it continued to cause damage and flooding. The National Weather Service issued flood warnings for many parts of the state, as rivers and streams overflowed their banks. The storm also caused landslides in some areas, as heavy rains saturated the ground.

The aftermath of Hurricane Helene was devastating, with many communities facing a long road to recovery. The storm caused billions of dollars in damage, and it will take years for some areas to rebuild.