Hurricane Helene has resulted in at least 43 deaths and left millions without power across the southeastern United States as of Friday. Emergency services are conducting rescues using boats, helicopters, and large vehicles to reach those stranded in floodwaters, including approximately 50 workers and patients who were trapped on the roof of a flooded hospital in Tennessee. Helene made landfall overnight on Thursday, becoming the most powerful storm recorded in Florida's Big Bend region. The hurricane has since moved north into Georgia and the Carolinas, with preliminary estimates indicating that the damage could total billions of dollars.

Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm, bringing widespread destruction and flooding across four states. At least 40 people have died, with millions left without power. Emergency responders are conducting search and rescue operations, including a daring rooftop rescue of patients and staff from a flooded Tennessee hospital. The storm's massive surge and heavy rainfall caused extensive damage, with affected areas stretching hundreds of miles north. Officials continue to assess the damage.

Storm Helene, which made landfall in Florida as a category four hurricane, has now weakened to a tropical storm but continues to pose "life-threatening" conditions. It has caused severe flooding in Georgia, where two people died, and in Florida, where a falling sign killed one. Over 3 million people are without power, with rainfall expected to reach up to 20 inches in some areas, leading to catastrophic flash flooding. Rescue efforts are ongoing, as communities assess the extensive damage across the southeastern United States.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp confirmed two deaths in Wheeler County due to a tornado caused by Hurricane Helene. He warned residents to brace for further impact and stay vigilant. Earlier, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis reported the death of a driver who was killed when debris struck their car during the hurricane. Hurricane Helene continues to bring severe weather, with warnings of further dangerous conditions in both Georgia and Florida. Residents are advised to prepare for more potential damage as heavy rainfall, high winds, and tornadoes are expected to continue in the coming days.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall in Mumbai and Maharashtra. The Konkan region is expected to face intense downpours today, following erratic monsoon trends. A cyclonic circulation over north-central Maharashtra is contributing to the anticipated rain. Heavy rainfall has already impacted several areas in Mumbai, leading the IMD to issue a red alert for Nashik. Orange alerts have been placed for Palghar, Pune, Nandurbar, and Dhule, while nearly all cities in Maharashtra are under a yellow alert. Residents are advised to remain vigilant as severe weather conditions are expected in the coming days.

UK is experiencing fresh flooding, with the Environment Agency issuing 63 flood warnings and 121 flood alerts as of 6am Friday. Heavy rain and potential tornadoes have hit the London commuter belt, prompting yellow and amber warnings. Areas affected include Milton Keynes, Oxfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, and the West Midlands, which have seen flash floods. According to Meteorologist Greg Dewhurst, northern and central England and Wales are hardest hit due to saturated ground from recent rainfall, with 30-40mm of rainfall expected within three hours.

Hurricane Helene made landfall in northwestern Florida as a Category 4 storm, prompting warnings of a "catastrophic" storm surge. The National Hurricane Center reported that Helene struck near the mouth of the Aucilla River in the Big Bend area around 11:10 PM local time. The storm is expected to produce winds exceeding 140 mph (225 kph) and flash flooding. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis reported one confirmed death from a sign falling onto a vehicle on the motorway. He warned that residents may face additional loss of life and extensive property damage as the state assesses the storm's impact in the coming days.

Heavy rainfall triggered a landslide on the Mumbra bypass road in Mumbai on Wednesday evening, but there were no reported injuries. Fire Officer Swapnil Sarnobat confirmed that the landslide occurred due to persistent rain, with the incident reported around 9:30 PM. The area is known to be susceptible to landslides during heavy rain. Crews have cleared the rocks from the road. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued rainfall in Mumbai until October 1. An orange alert has been issued for the city, while a red alert is in effect for Thane, Palghar, and Raigad districts.

The Meteorological department forecasts heavy rainfall in several West Bengal districts, with extremely heavy downpours expected in sub-Himalayan areas. A low-pressure area over the northwest Bay of Bengal will bring rain and thunderstorms to south and north Bengal over the next seven days. Coastal districts, including North and South 24 Parganas and Purba Medinipur, will experience very heavy rainfall through Thursday. Kolkata and other south Bengal districts can expect heavy rain. The weather alert comes ahead of Durga Puja celebrations, potentially disrupting festivities.

Heavy rains lashed Mumbai and its suburbs on Wednesday, with over 100 mm of rainfall recorded in several areas within five hours. The downpour caused severe waterlogging, disrupted local train services, and diverted 14 flights. In Andheri, a woman drowned in an overflowing drain, resulting in one fatality. While rain intensity eased later at night, more showers are forecasted in the coming days. Schools were closed on Thursday as a precaution. By morning, floodwaters had receded, and vehicle movement returned to normal. Flight operations at Mumbai airport also resumed after a brief suspension due to the weather.