U.S. officials report that the death toll from Hurricane “Helen” in the southeastern states has risen to 187, with hundreds more missing.
American media outlets reported on Wednesday, October 2 that 1.3 million households from Florida to Virginia had lost power due to the hurricane.
Reports indicate that the hurricane has affected the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Virginia.
This hurricane has also brought torrential rains and landslides, causing widespread destruction and blocking highways.
According to reports, Hurricane Helen has caused between $95 billion to $110 billion in damages.
In response, U.S. President Joe Biden has called the hurricane a “major disaster” and announced the dispatch of aid to those affected.
He emphasized that he plans to visit some of the damaged areas.
The powerful Hurricane “Helen” began with intense speed on Thursday in Florida and moved toward Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
Hurricane Helen’s devastating impact has resulted in significant loss of life and massive destruction across multiple states. Recovery efforts are ongoing, with power outages, blocked highways, and substantial economic damage. The president’s commitment to visiting affected areas reflects the severity of the disaster.
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