Tropical Storm Helene, currently intensifying in the Gulf of Mexico, is projected to make landfall as a major hurricane on Florida’s Gulf Coast by Thursday. This looming threat has triggered extensive preparedness activities across the state’s western regions. Storm Trajectory and Intensity Helene is expected to rapidly intensify, potentially escalating from a 45 mph tropical storm to a Category 3 hurricane within 48 hours. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) attributes this accelerated development to exceptionally warm Gulf waters, with sea surface temperatures and ocean heat content at record levels. Current projections indicate: Watches and Warnings The NHC has issued: Economic … Continue reading Hurricane Helene Set for Catastrophic Florida Landfall – 20-Foot Surge Expected in Big Bend Region