Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a warning to residents to remain indoors and off roadways as Hurricane Helene brings significant storm surge and flooding to parts of the state. The governor emphasized the hazardous conditions caused by the storm surge, particularly in Southwest Florida and the Tampa Bay area.
During a news conference in Tallahassee, Governor DeSantis highlighted the ongoing flooding on streets and the dangers of travel due to the impact of Hurricane Helene. The storm surge is expected to continue affecting the west coast of Florida, leading to further flooding and unsafe road conditions.