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Hurricane Helene headed toward the Big Bend of Florida
SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen is intensifying, currently a Category 2 with 85 mph winds and predicted to reach Category 4 with 130 mph winds by Thursday evening, affecting the Big Bend and Nature Coast area. Storm surge warnings have been upgraded to 15-20 feet, posing significant risks, particularly for regions previously evacuated. While less populated than cities like Tampa, areas impacted by high tides may experience 1-3 feet of saltwater flooding. Rainbands will generate gusts of 40-60 mph throughout the day, with conditions deteriorating. By Friday noon, winds and rain are expected to lessen, leading to a more manageable weather scenario.
CBS News Miami’s chief meteorologist Ivan Cabrera takes a look at Hurricane Helene’s path.
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Florida's Big Bend region already feeling the effects from Hurricane Helene.
SUMMARY: Hurricane Elen is impacting the Big Bend region of Florida, with water from the Gulf of Mexico breaching the seawall. Authorities are bracing for an unprecedented storm surge of 15 to 20 feet. The mayor is urging residents to evacuate, highlighting the danger posed by the storm. The region is still recovering from Hurricane Adalia, which destroyed about 20% of homes last year. With predictions that Elen could be more devastating, there is increasing concern for the community’s safety.
Florida’s Big Bend region already feeling the effects from Hurricane Helene.
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DeSantis urges residents to evacuate as Hurricane Helene nears landfall | Florida
SUMMARY: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis urged residents along the Big Bend to evacuate ahead of Hurricane Helene, expected to make landfall as a Category 3 storm with winds over 115 mph. He emphasized the urgency, advising Tallahassee residents to take the threat seriously despite a slight change in the storm’s path. Authorities are prepared with National Guardsmen, Florida Highway Patrol, and DOT workers ready to assist post-storm. DeSantis highlighted disaster response funds and warned electric vehicle owners of fire hazards due to saltwater intrusion. Major airports in the area have closed, and debris removal and bridge inspections will follow the storm.
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Will Helene hit Tallahassee? First major hurricane in 100+ years possible
SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen, currently a Category 1 storm with winds of 90 mph, is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane as it moves over warm Gulf waters. It’s predicted to make landfall in the Big Bend region of the Panhandle this evening, potentially reaching Category 3 or 4 status. Tallahassee hasn’t experienced a direct hit from a major hurricane in over a century, and this storm could have significant impacts due to extensive tree growth in the area. While Orlando will miss the storm’s core, the large hurricane will still bring strong tropical storm-force winds across the region.
The forecast cone for Hurricane Helene appeared to narrow on Thursday morning, indicating increased confidence in its projected path toward Tallahassee, Florida.
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