Florida, southeast US prepare for potentially 'catastrophic' Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene is rapidly strengthening in the Gulf of Mexico, with forecasters saying it could reach Category 4 status before it makes landfall. Thousands are under a mandatory evacuation order, with strong impacts and damage expected in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, and Tennessee.
Tomas Kauer - Moderator 
Hurricane Helene is rapidly strengthening in the Gulf of Mexico, with forecasters saying it could reach Category 4 status before it makes landfall. Thousands are under a mandatory evacuation order, with strong impacts and damage expected in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, and Tennessee.
