Philip Tooke represents the stubbornness of some residents who refuse to evacuate despite dire warnings, prioritizing their livelihoods over safety during Hurricane Helene's approach.
Emergency managers face challenges as they prepare for a potentially catastrophic storm, with mandatory evacuation orders clashing with individual decisions by residents to stay.
Following the deadly impact of Hurricane Ian, Florida has implemented earlier evacuation orders and stronger messaging to encourage residents to leave vulnerable areas ahead of Hurricane Helene.
As Helene approaches, the historical context of previous storms and their consequences informs the urgency of current evacuation strategies, especially for communities with a history of flooding.
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