Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida and has since led to catastrophic flooding and destruction across the Southeast US. The storm has claimed the lives of at least 40 people across multiple states, with significant casualties reported in areas such as North Carolina and Georgia. Record rainfall has resulted in severe flooding, with two dams in North Carolina nearing failure and prompting urgent evacuations. Rescuers are actively working to save those trapped by floodwaters, while power outages and road closures have affected hundreds of thousands. The situation remains critical as the storm continues to impact regions, leading to ongoing live updates and emergency declarations.