Donations will provide immediate relief to individuals impacted by Hurricane Helene, including emergency shelter, food, and medical supplies. Funds will also support long-term recovery efforts such as rebuilding homes, repairing infrastructure, and providing mental health services to those affected by the storm across multiple states impacted by Helene’s devastation.
Hurricane Helene made landfall as an extremely dangerous Category 4 storm, hitting Florida’s Big Bend region with maximum winds of 140 mph. The storm caused widespread damage, forced evacuations, and resulted in multiple fatalities as it moved inland, affecting several states, including Georgia, the Carolinas, and Alabama. While emergency responders are working tirelessly, the affected communities urgently need assistance to recover and rebuild.
Hurricane Helene struck the Big Bend region of Florida as a Category 4 hurricane with sustained winds of 140 mph, causing severe flooding, power outages, and structural damage. Areas like Taylor County, which had already experienced previous hurricanes, faced direct impacts. Governor Ron DeSantis confirmed fatalities in Florida and noted the likely increase in loss of life and property damage as the storm progressed. The hurricane forced the evacuation of residents in multiple coastal counties, with FEMA actively involved in the relief efforts.
The storm continued moving inland, weakening to a tropical storm but still causing significant damage in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. Evacuations were ordered in various regions, and confirmed fatalities included incidents from falling trees and flood-related accidents. Airports in the affected states faced closures and flight cancellations, disrupting travel for thousands.
These articles provide further insights into the impact of Hurricane Helene and the ongoing relief efforts. Your support can make a critical difference in helping affected communities recover from this devastating storm.
