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The Southeastern United States is grappling with the aftermath of Helene , a record-breaking storm that has left at least 58 people dead and caused widespread destruction. The storm, which initially hit Florida as a Category 4 hurricane with wind speeds of 140 mph, has since weakened to a post-tropical cyclone. However, its impact continues to be felt across the region, with life-threatening floods and power outages affecting millions.
Helene made landfall near Perry, Florida, late on Thursday (September 26), becoming the first known Category 4 storm to hit Florida’s Big Bend region since records began in 1851. The storm then moved across Georgia, the Carolinas, and Tennessee, causing extensive damage and loss of life. The death toll had reached 58 by Saturday afternoon, with officials expecting it to rise further as they continue search and rescue operations…