Hurricane Helene Status Update

National Hurricane Center Update

According to the National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Helene remains a Category 4 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 130 mph. The hurricane is expected to weaken slightly as it moves northward over the next 48 hours.

Current Location and Forecast Path

Hurricane Helene is currently located about 600 miles east of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. The hurricane is moving north-northeast at 17 mph. The storm is expected to continue on this track for the next 24 hours, before turning northeast and then east. The center of the hurricane is expected to pass very close to Cape Cod on Friday night.

Impact on New England

The National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane warning for the coast of Massachusetts from Chatham to the New Hampshire border. Tropical storm warnings are in effect for the rest of the New England coast, including Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Maine.

Residents in these areas should prepare for high winds, heavy rain, and possible flooding. The storm is expected to bring 3 to 6 inches of rain to the region, with some areas seeing up to 10 inches. Coastal flooding is also a concern, with storm surge of up to 4 feet possible in some areas.

Stay Informed and Prepared

Residents in the affected areas should monitor the storm's progress closely and follow the instructions of local officials. For the latest information on Hurricane Helene, please visit the National Hurricane Center website.