Hurricane Helene Could Surpass Katrina as the Costliest Storm in History

Hurricane Helene could potentially surpass Hurricane Katrina as the most expensive storm in history, with damages initially estimated at $110 billion and climbing. Florida and North Carolina have been hit hard, with tens of billions in damage anticipated, especially as rescue crews struggle to access some areas. With the warming Atlantic and Caribbean waters, the likelihood of future record-breaking hurricanes is increasing, suggesting that Helene’s devastating impact may be a sign of more frequent, costly storms in the years to come.