As Hurricane Helene continues to strengthen, local and state officials throughout Florida have activated emergency plans and are urging residents to evacuate sooner rather than later.
“We are going to have a significant impact from this storm,” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told reporters during a news conference Wednesday morning.
But when it comes to evacuating from the path of a major storm like Helene, some residents in hurricane-prone areas have no choice but to stay put and ride things out.
Whether it’s first responders, people working in animal shelters, those with disabilities or people with a language barrier, the reality is often far more complicated for those who can’t quickly get up and evacuate to safety.
