In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Sarasota, Florida is facing a daunting task of clearing the streets littered with debris. Dressers, mattresses, and refrigerators are among the wreckage left behind by the deadly storm that struck less than two weeks ago. City officials are now working tirelessly to remove the debris before Hurricane Milton, another powerful storm, makes landfall in the area.
The presence of such debris poses a significant risk as Hurricane Milton approaches. There are concerns that the wreckage could be carried through the city by floodwaters or become dangerous projectiles that could damage homes and endanger lives.
Residents are grappling with the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene. One woman from Siesta Key shared her harrowing experience of losing all her belongings and having to deal with mold-infested walls in her home. The storm surge, reaching five feet, inundated their property, forcing her husband to seek refuge on a neighbor's house.
With Hurricane Milton looming, the community is bracing for yet another hit. The woman mentioned that the previous storm felt like a mere rehearsal for the challenges they are currently facing. The unprecedented nature of the back-to-back storms has left residents shocked and overwhelmed.
