Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, has residents across the Southeast seeking refuge as authorities warn of “no safe haven” from its path. The storm is expected to make landfall early tomorrow morning, bringing with it hurricane-force winds, life-threatening storm surge, and torrential rainfall. Evacuations are underway in coastal areas, with emergency shelters opening up to accommodate those displaced from their homes. Weather experts urge people not to underestimate the severity of the storm and to take precautions now.
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Watch Republican Senators Melt Down Over Hurricane Relief
As Hurricane Ian ravaged Florida, leaving destruction in its wake, Republican Senators found themselves in a heated debate over hurricane relief aid. Tempers flared and accusations flew as members clashed over the necessity and scope of the proposed assistance package. Conservative stalwarts argued for restraint, citing fiscal concerns, while Hurricane-battered states pleaded for urgent support. The ensuing spectacle of partisan bickering left many observers aghast at the inability of lawmakers to rise above petty politics in the face of a national crisis.