Recovery efforts just beginning in Florida’s Big Bend following Hurricane Helene’s destruction

HORSESHOE BEACH, Fla. – Communities along Florida’s Big Bend have been left severely damaged from powerful Hurricane Helene.

Local 10 News’ Christian De La Rosa accessed an area of Horseshoe Beach and saw buildings and homes completely destroyed.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, speaking from Taylor County, discussed what the state plans to do for the people who desperately need aid.

“We’re working with the Department of Emergency Management, and they are working to provide travel trailers for people to live while on their property,” said DeSantis.

In Cedar Key, the storm surge in the area went up approximately eight feet, based off measurements made by Local 10 News.


About the Author

Christian De La Rosa joined Local 10 News in April 2017 after spending time as a reporter and anchor in Atlanta, San Diego, Orlando and Panama City Beach.

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