Hurricane Helene Leaves 33 Georgians Dead and 300000 Without Power as Cleanup Efforts Intensify
At least 33 Georgians have died due to Hurricane Helene, with nearly 300,000 customers still without power as of Thursday, according to Governor Brian Kemp. The storm has caused extensive damage across the state, leading to significant power outages and road blockages, with ongoing cleanup efforts involving thousands of workers. In response, DeKalb County is sending 5,000 boxes of emergency supplies to Augusta, and the Augusta National Golf Club is contributing $5 million to local relief efforts.