If a storm hits, residents may be without power for up to a week.
“Now is still the time to prepare, review your hurricane plan and make sure you follow through on your hurricane preparedness plan,” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Tuesday.
Georgia climate expert: Farmers could suffer billions of dollars in losses
Hurricane Helena passed Cuba, dumping up to 8 inches (20.3 cm) of rain in 24 hours. In Florida, more heavy rain is expected, which could cause flash flooding and localized flooding.
The NHC reported that the storm could cause power outages and downed trees as the winds could block roads. If the storm continues, residents could be without power for up to a week.
Pam Knox, a climate scientist at the University of Georgia, warned that farmers in southwest Georgia currently trying to protect their cotton and pecan crops could suffer billions of dollars in losses from the storm.