Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm, leading to at least 21 confirmed deaths and leaving over 4 million people without power across the Southeast. The storm caused significant destruction, particularly in Pinellas County, where five fatalities were reported. As it moved further inland, Helene weakened but continued to wreak havoc, with reports of falling trees and highway signs causing additional casualties, notably a driver on I-4 in Tampa. The storm has affected various states, including Georgia, where at least eight fatalities have been confirmed. Residents are urged to avoid hazardous conditions and report damage as recovery efforts begin.