Hurricane warnings have been issued for Florida’s Gulf Coast and Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula ahead of Tropical Storm Helene’s expected landfall later this week. In Florida, warnings are in effect from Mexico Beach to the Anclote River. The storm is forecasted to become a major hurricane on Thursday and is expected to bring storm surges of up to 8 feet in Tampa Bay. Rainfall totals could reach 8 inches in the southeastern United States. Helene’s large size means that its hazards will impact a broad area. Officials are urging residents to prepare for the storm and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
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