Hurricane Helene has made landfall in Florida and is now moving toward North Carolina, prompting multiple emergency declarations and severe weather warnings across the region. Rivers are rising, and reports indicate significant flooding in Western North Carolina, including a tragic incident where a 4-year-old girl died in a weather-related crash. Thousands are being evacuated, and emergency shelters are opening in several counties. Authorities warn that this storm could create floods rivaling historical events seen in 1916. Tornado warnings have also been issued in some areas as preparations continue for the anticipated heavy rainfall, with estimates suggesting up to 14 inches could fall overnight. Communities from Asheville to Boone are facing road closures and power outages as residents brace for the storm's impact.