As Hurricane Helene approaches, Florida officials are emphasizing the urgency of evacuation orders, particularly in Suwannee and Lafayette counties, where mandatory evacuations have been issued. Local sheriffs have expressed frustration over residents who continue to ignore warnings, stating, 'We've got a problem' and reminding them of the serious risks involved. Despite previous lessons from Hurricane Ian, many are still choosing to remain in their homes. Authorities are providing critical safety advice, urging those who defy evacuation orders to write their identification information on their bodies for identification after potential impacts of the storm. The gravity of the situation has led to high traffic on Florida highways as residents seek safety. With Helene being classified as a historic storm larger than 90% of tropical cyclones, residents are encouraged to check their evacuation zones and prepare for the impending storm.