As Hurricane Helene approaches Florida, a federal emergency has been declared.
Florida has declared a state of emergency and is undergoing evacuations as Hurricane Helene approaches. Numerous counties, including Hillsborough and Pinellas, declared the closure of their schools. Several counties, including Sarasota and Charlotte, are under an order of evacuation. It is advised that those in the storm's possible path should be ready for a week or more without power.
A state of emergency was proclaimed for almost the whole state by Governor Ron DeSantis. In a Tuesday news briefing, Governor Ron DeSantis stated that people still have time to prepare, review their hurricane plan, and make sure that they are executing their hurricane preparedness plan. Impacts might reach even farther, even if the storm is predicted to make landfall either in the Florida Panhandle or near the northern Gulf Coast. It is advised that residents in the possible path should get ready to go up to a week without power.
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Every member of the family must be aware of the disaster plan and their responsibilities, stated Kevin Guthrie, the emergency management director for the state, during the briefing. Authorities have alerted Floridians to the possibility of up to a week-long power outages. Numerous power companies are getting ready for the storm's arrival. According to provider FPL, they have personnel and resources ready to go in case there are any disruptions.
Similar statements have been made by Florida Public Utilities Company and Florida City
