TAMPA, Fla. — Helene has now been downgraded to a Tropical Storm after moving over Florida. All Storm Surge warnings have been discontinued.
What You Need to Know:
- Helene now a Tropical Storm with sustained winds of 45 mph
- Flash Flood Emergencies are in effect for Metropolitan Atlanta and South Carolina
On Friday at 11 a.m., the NHC said Helene was about 30 miles southwest of Bryson City North Carolina, with maximum sustained winds of 45 mph and was moving north-northeast at 32 mph.
A slowdown in forward speed is expected soon, and the storm is forecast to stall over the Tennessee Valley tonight and through the weekend.
All Storm Surge warnings and watches have been discontinued.
Tropical Storm Warning for:
- Savannah River northward to Little River Inlet
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