On Friday morning, a devastating incident occurred in Anderson, South Carolina, as severe weather conditions from Tropical Storm Helene claimed another life. The victim tragically lost their life when a tree fell on a home, as confirmed by the Anderson County coroner’s office.
According to spokesperson Alyssa Whitfield, the coroner’s office is actively responding to the scene, although further details about the victim and the circumstances surrounding the death are not immediately available.
This incident marks the first reported storm fatality in the state of South Carolina and the seventh overall attributed to Tropical Storm Helene. The storm has already caused havoc in various states, with storm-related deaths also reported in Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina.
As communities grapple with the aftermath of this tragic event, it serves as a stark reminder of the destructive power of severe weather conditions. Our thoughts are with the victim's family and all those affected by the impact of Tropical Storm Helene.