Helene, Alachua County
Hurricane Helene knocks out power to thousands, damages homes and vehicles in Alachua County
Helene made landfall just after 11 p.m. Thursday near Perry — about 100 miles from Gainesville — packing winds up to 140 mph.
Hurricane Helene: More than 80K Alachua County residents without power late Thursday
A hurricane warning remains in effect for Alachua County west of I-75, while the eastern portion of the county is under a tropical storm warning.
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Live updates: Helene causes widespread power outages, downed trees in Alachua County
Hurricane Helene made landfall just after 11 p.m. Thursday near Perry — about 100 miles from Gainesville — packing winds up to 140 mph.
Must-see photos and videos of Hurricane Helene damage in Gainesville and Alachua County
According to the National Weather Service, peak wind gusts of 66 mph were recorded after 11 p.m. in Gainesville and the University of Florida campus
Hurricane Helene Update 15 – County urges residents to stay off roadways
Please stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary. Thank you for your patience as we work with local utility crews to restore power.
Hurricane Helene updates: Alachua County warns residents not to get complacent
Alachua County will open a special-needs shelter on Wednesday at noon and two pet-friendly general population shelters at 4 p.m.
Live updates: Gainesville and Alachua County await impacts from Hurricane Helene
A hurricane warning remains in effect for Alachua County west of I-75, while the eastern portion of the county is under a tropical storm warning.
City of Gainesville Hurricane Helene Update #4
Alachua County is under a Tornado Watch. Parking restrictions are lifted in Gainesville, and buses are operating on reduced service with suspended fares.
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