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Hurricane Helene slammed into Florida's Big Bend region as a Category 4 monster, packing winds of 140 mph and threatening a "catastrophic and unsurvivable" storm surge.
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At least five storm-related deaths have been reported, with Governor DeSantis warning of potential additional casualties as the full impact becomes clear.
Over 3.2 million customers lost power across Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas as Helene's massive size dwarfed previous Gulf storms.
How high could Helene's storm surge reach, and why are officials calling it a "nightmare" scenario?
The southern Appalachians brace for up to 24 inches of rain, setting the stage for what could be the worst flooding in a century.
Helene's rapid intensification and enormous size align with climate change predictions - what does this mean for future hurricane seasons?
FDOT crews cleared over 2,000 miles of roadway by 3 AM, showcasing Florida's swift emergency response efforts.
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