Hurricane Helene made a catastrophic landfall in the Florida Big Bend region late Wednesday night, unleashing devastating winds and storm surge. The storm, which rapidly intensified in the Gulf of Mexico, struck just east of the Aucilla River as a Category 4 hurricane with sustained winds of 140 mph.
**The eye of Helene passed directly over Perry, Florida, a city of approximately 10,000 residents, around 11:10 p.m. EDT. Its fierce winds resulted in widespread destruction, damaging homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure. Uprooted trees, downed power lines, and torn-off roofs were reported throughout the area.**
**Storm surge was another major threat, with the National Weather Service warning of potentially life-threatening flooding along the coast. Many coastal communities evacuated ahead of the storm, but the extent of the surge damage is still being evaluated and is expected to be significant.**
**In the wake of the hurricane, residents in the Florida Big Bend region face a challenging recovery process. The destruction from Hurricane Helene is extensive, leaving many without power, water, or essential services. The full impact of the storm may take days or weeks to assess.**
**Current storm track information is provided below.**
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