Death toll from Hurricane Helene mounts as aftermath assessment begins

Moody's Analytics indicated that Hurricane Helene would lead to property damages between $15 billion to $26 billion, highlighting the storm's extensive impact.

At least 52 people died across five states due to Hurricane Helene, including a tragic incident where a mother and her twins were among the victims.

Residents along the Florida coast, like Andrew Swan, described feelings of shock after the hurricane and shared personal accounts of struggling to cope with the unexpected destruction.

The winds recorded in North Carolina reached up to 140 mph, marking the strongest winds recorded in the region since the 19th century, raising concerns about future debris flows.

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