It’s been over a week since Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 storm, and millions of residents in the southeastern U.S. are still facing widespread power outages. The storm initially struck Florida’s Big Bend, causing catastrophic damage to power lines, poles, and electrical infrastructure. States like South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida are among the hardest hit, with over 3.7 million people affected by blackouts across the region.
For some, the wait for electricity has stretched beyond seven days. Power companies are working tirelessly to restore service, but the extensive damage and complications such as downed trees, broken poles, and flooded roads are slowing the process. Many households are dealing with the challenges of living without electricity, and the National Hurricane Center warns that hazards like live power lines and flooded areas remain dangerous.
Residents are advised to check online outage maps provided by utility companies for updates on when power might be restored. Safety remains a priority, with officials urging people to avoid downed lines and use generators responsibly to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning (AS USA)(Newsweek).
As utilities push through the restoration process, it may still take several days or weeks for power to be fully restored in the worst-hit areas.
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