Hurricane “Helene” has claimed over 205 lives since its landfall in Florida’s Big Bend on September 26, 2024, causing widespread destruction across six states. North Carolina has reported over 100 fatalities linked to the storm, and new satellite imagery has revealed significant destruction in the state.
Typhoon “Krathon” made landfall in Kaohsiung’s Xiaogang district of southern Taiwan at 12:40 LT (04:40 UTC) on October 3, 2024, with maximum sustained winds of 126 km/h (78 mph). The slow-moving storm, affecting the island for five days, dumped torrential rains, with mountainous parts receiving up to 1 676 mm (66 inches) of rain. At least 2 people have been killed.
Hurricane “John” has claimed at least 29 lives since its landfall as a Category 3 Hurricane in the Mexican state of Guerrero on September 24, 2024. The system brought significant rainfall to the region with parts of Guerrero receiving around 950 mm (37 inches) of rain due to the storm.
Typhoon “Krathon” reached super typhoon strength on September 30, 2024, after leaving at least 2 people dead in the Philippines. The system is expected to slightly weaken before its center approaches Taiwan on October 2 and 3. Krathon will be the first landfalling typhoon in southwestern Taiwan since 1988, bringing strong winds and heavy rain, with up to 1 000 m (39 inches) in mountainous regions.
Destructive floods and powerful winds caused by the remnants of Hurricane “Helene” have cut off Asheville, North Carolina, leaving the city without power, communication, and road access. As of Monday, September 30, the death toll across six states has exceeded 120, with over 700 people still missing.
Category 4 Hurricane “Helene” made landfall near Perry in the Taylor County, Big Bend region of Florida on September 28, 2024, bringing a destructive storm surge and powerful winds. Keaton Beach, a Taylor County seaside village, that has had three storms in the last 13 months, has been devastated by Helene, with 60% to 75% of dwellings destroyed.
Hurricane “Helene” made landfall near Perry in the Big Bend region of Florida at 23:10 local time (LT) on Thursday, September 26, 2024, as a Category 4 hurricane with record-breaking winds of 220 km/h (140 mph). It created massive life-threatening storm surges of up to 6.1 m (20 feet). Multiple extreme wind warnings have been issued across several counties in the Big Bend region before the arrival of the eye of the storm.
Hurricane “Helene” is expected to rapidly intensify to a Category 4 major hurricane before making landfall on Florida’s Big Bend coast on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Catastrophic storm surge, potentially reaching 6 m (20 feet) above ground, along with destructive winds and life-threatening flash flooding, pose serious risks to the region. Residents in affected areas are urged to follow evacuation orders and complete preparations immediately.
Tropical Storm “Helene” is expected to rapidly intensify and become a major hurricane by Thursday, September 26, 2024, as it moves toward the Gulf Coast. Forecasts predict that the storm will bring dangerous flooding and strong winds to western Cuba, the Yucatan Peninsula, and the southeastern U.S. as early as Thursday.
With maximum winds of 193 km/h (120 mph), Hurricane “John” struck Mexico’s Pacific coastline on Monday, September 23, 2024, triggering evacuations and widespread flash floods. Flash floods and mudslides are expected in Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Guerrero.
