Hurricane Helen hits the US; 30 deaths, more than 40 lakh people were left in the dark

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Hurricane Helen caused extensive damage in the United States. 30 people died in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. More than 40 lakh people were left in the dark after the electricity connection was completely cut off. 800 flight services were cancelled. Officials have advised people in North Carolina to evacuate as the flooding worsens.

Helen made landfall in Florida on Thursday night as one of the strongest hurricanes in US history (Category 4). The wind speed was 225 km per hour. Heavy rain and wind destroyed many buildings. States of emergency have been declared in Georgia, South Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia due to severe flooding. A flood warning has been issued for the city of Atlanta, Georgia for the first time in history. At this time, the cyclone is moving north at low intensity.

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