The storm surge has engulfed entire neighborhoods, leaving many homes underwater and even washing some away.
Hurricane Helene slammed into Florida’s Big Bend region late Thursday, bringing catastrophic storm surges which have destoyed buildings.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) warned of unprecedented levels of flooding, with surges potentially reaching as high as 20 feet above ground in some areas.
The storm surge, driven by Helene’s powerful winds, has engulfed entire neighborhoods, leaving many homes underwater and even washing some away.
User @WeatherNation posted a video on X showing the flooding in Cedar Key, which reaches almost to the ceiling of buildings.
User @AaronRigsbyOSC posted a video on X of a house washing away in Steinhatchee, Florida.
Meanwhile, Tampa General Hospital constructed a massive fence to withstand up to 15 feet of surge, protecting the hospital on a night when a large number of people will likely need it.
Speaking at a Thursday night press conference, Governor Ron DeSantis confirmed one person had already died.
