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Florida Grapples with Aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Back-to-back storms leave millions without power and cause widespread flooding and damage across the state.

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Bayou West resident Mary Singer, 82, and friend Brita Gwynn, 84, try to salvage items from Singer's second floor home after an apparent tornado touched down on the central beach community, leaving a path of destruction after Hurricane Milton in Vero Beach, Florida, U.S. October 11, 2024.  Kaila Jones/USA Today Network via REUTERS. 
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Overview

  • Hurricanes Helene and Milton have claimed at least 37 lives in Florida, with Milton causing severe flooding and tornadoes.
  • Millions remain without power, and many areas are facing gasoline shortages, complicating recovery efforts.
  • Floodwaters from swollen rivers continue to pose a threat, especially in areas near Tampa and Orlando.
  • The state is working to restore normalcy, with some airports and theme parks reopening, but cleanup efforts will take time.
  • Federal and state officials are urging caution due to ongoing hazards like downed power lines and standing water.