As Hurricane Helene approaches the Florida coast, several dramatic rescue operations have been carried out by the U.S. Coast Guard and local deputies. A man and his dog were rescued from a disabled sailboat 25 miles off the coast of Sanibel Island, while others faced similar perilous situations at sea. Video footage shows the Coast Guard airlifting both the sailor and his dog to safety amidst the storm's high seas. Additional rescue efforts included saving children and families from flooding in Hillsborough County, where multiple individuals and their pets were pulled from life-threatening floodwaters. As the storm continues to impact Florida, authorities urge residents to stay off the water.