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Southeast U.S. Prepares for Big Hurricane Helene Impact
The storm is expected to strengthen before coming ashore this evening
NOAA map showing predicted path of Hurricane Helene
This NOAA map shows the predicted course of Hurricane Helene. While currently a Category 2 storm, it is expected to strengthen before making landfall tonight in Florida's Big Bend region.

Tampa International Airport (KTPA) is among the airfields closed this morning as the Southeast U.S. braces for the impact of Hurricane Helene, which is expected to make landfall tonight in Florida’s Tallahassee area as at least a Category 3 storm.

Airports on the state’s west coast and Big Bend, including St. Pete-Clearwater International (KPIE) and Tallahassee International (KTLH), expect to remain closed until tomorrow due to high winds, heavy rain, and a potential storm surge of up to 20 feet in the Florida panhandle. Additionally, there is the possibility that Helene could spawn tornadoes throughout the region.

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