Hurricane Helene: Governor DeSantis gears up for possible 'major hurricane'

Governor DeSantis discusses the latest on Hurricane Helene preps as it gains strength and heads toward Florida.
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[@janetbickley9890]

Praying for the folks in Florida 🙏🙏🙏

[@SimplyCassandra1]

Thank you Janet! 😊

[@Melinda-k2t]

You have time to call on God while you have a chance

[@Extraxi274]

He did over and over. Now im.not religious but if I was I would be looking at what the answer is before listening to the man's views on "God"😊

[@Joyinme-sg9tu]

Amen !!! ❤❤❤

[@KrisMIW91]

If he was real sure

[@user-ik4br3nk2w]

Didn't God birth this storm?🤔

[@KrisMIW91]

It's all fiction made up by people that didn't even know 4 wheels go round and round lmao wake tf up people.. Gods aren't real. Even the Greeks said their gods weren't

[@StepbyStepbyMiriam]

Pray, Prepare and Protect. God's blessing to all in Florida be blessed and safe.

[@christinaperry2752]

God Bless Florida and Georgia

[@lightofthejul]

Prayer with my southerly brothers and sisters ! Those of us who know the fierceness of a southern hurricane are with you ! Above all be safe , don’t stay for fun or if you don’t think it’s a big deal ! This one is a rather big deal ! God be with you my beloved, PS your Gov is actually very very good at this ! All the love from SC ! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@476233]

Thank you. You caroliners are always hear for us with our power lines. Sending prayers your way too with all the rain headed up that way 🙏🏻

[@ceetudabee5460]

Prayers going up for all the Floridians in this area that maybe affected

[@deborahsigler5403]

Praying for everyone in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, the Carolinas and Tennessee. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Prboxer407]

Only place that needs prayers is Florida them other states will get rain 😂😂😂

[@physetermacrocephalus2209]

Our General has a topical and relevant meme name ergo army logic dictates everything is going to be fine. Victory is assured

[@carolmckay-ol8iz]

Thank you for everything you do for Florida. Kudos to you and everyone taking care of the citizens of this state. Thank you for being proactive.❤

[@gsp49]

Stores and everything here in Tallahassee is open like business as usual, you would never know a hurricane is on the way.

[@Ganstababii3]

I had a massive grandfather oak tree fall on iur roof from IAN which is still not fixed and i have 3 trees 3-4 ft out of the ground that of course insurance decided wasn't a direct threat. Another oak tree on our roof we will be homeless

[@mr.majestic3851]

Latest update At 6.30 pm, This storm is heading straight for Tallahassee with 110 mile per hr winds Watch for falling trees .

[@ericschumann1147]

looks like Tally to Mexico beach up to TN

[@JuliaB1955]

EVs blow up when salt water gets inside them. LMAO! God is the merriest prankster of all.

[@DK-vx5co]

I know! Giving AIDS to innocent. babies is getting kinda old.

[@Joyinme-sg9tu]

That’s not God 🙄

[@DK-vx5co]

@@Joyinme-sg9tu He is all-powerful, right??

[@joehighsmith2951]

How good are they when the grid is down? Hook it up to a generator? Go green

[@sallyethridge1393]

What is the governor going to do to protect the homeless?

[@BetsyFloyd-me4cc]

He just said they are offering a free Uber to a shelter

[@davidcosta2244]

The previous storm had sheriffs stating to the homeless that refuse to leave an evacuation zone, would be Baker Acted for their safety, and sent to be examined in order to determine if they are okay. This would keep them off of the streets for up to 72 hours.

[@radish848]

It's suicide to stay in the Red zone.

[@lightofthejul]

Oh he announced that early maybe he’ll repeat it ! He is pinpointing all kind of open shelters for any and all including pets and the people there apparently will speak multiple languages !

[@franwebb7756]

Not his job to protect anyone, he governs the state. Counties have their programs to help people in need in such situations.

[@DebbieRamsey-Hanks]

Thank you

[@AnnMitt]

Good God 🤦🏽‍♀️ a cat 4 is devastating. Hope everyone is safe.

[@davidcosta2244]

It's barely a Cat 1 currently, so please stop spreading rumors.

[@AnnMitt]

@@davidcosta2244 you seem d u m b

[@TOX_Ron]

@@davidcosta2244the weather has already ruled out it may be a possible cat 4. Don't be goofy and keep up to date.

[@DK-vx5co]

Relying upon Darwin.

[@vexial12]

@@TOX_Ronit’s still only a cat 1 suggested to be a cat 3. People aren’t up to date they’re just lying

[@nicholasalbrecht2225]

Sleeping on public property will be illegal October 1, 2024 so if you lose your home in Florida this week, I guess it’s time to move to another State. (HB 1365)

[@BetsyFloyd-me4cc]

@@nicholasalbrecht2225 Yeah, San Francisco and LA would be glad for you to join them!

[@Ach1mW]

And the people say this is not a wicked world, and they love it!

[@christinaperry2752]

electric vehicles are dangerous

[@DK-vx5co]

so are stupid people who hate change and think we should all live in caves and wear animal skins.

[@gsp49]

They don't like water, for sure.

[@georgieoldham8322]

Gentlemen, KUDOS to each and every one of you! In my humble opinion, you should all be wearing Superman capes because you are my heroes. Florida should be the poster child for how to prepare for a hurricane and how to respond afterwards, I can not even begin to tell you how comforting it is to know that you all have thought of everything that we could possibly need after this hurricane passes through the state, and have it all lined up and ready to go. Wow! God bless each and every one of you, every lineman, and anyone who had anything to do with this monumental task. I will be praying for every single person who is in the path of this hurricane.Thank you, Governor DeSantis, the absolute BEST governor the state of Florida has ever had and your amazing team of problem solvers. ❤ Stay safe everyone.

[@julieandras6028]

GREAT GOVERNOR...He has Florida's back!❤

[@sugarhillkeith7531]

He doesn’t

[@DK-vx5co]

He wants to push in your stool

[@commonsense6967]

We ❤ Gov. DeSantis!

[@dabsofarts4876]

🙏 🤲

[@stacyhochstein6145]

Less folks in mobile home communities will evacuate in these events as our government has allowed corporations to buy them up and raise the rents so high they cant afford to leave. Most have pets and many have given up their vehicles to afford their high rents. Good job to our political leaders !!

[@476233]

There are still lots of local shelters opened in most counties. Much safer than a mobile home and you don’t have to go far either

[@christinaperry2752]

Governor DeSantis works for the people

[@latriciaclassy5458]

I am in Tampa, and I am prepared. My walk with God is solid. I love the Lord with my soul. So I'm ready for the storm.

[@Lala-up3ib]

Can't believe he didn't say Bay county or mention hurricane michael

[@rustyshackleford928]

Dang it.. I wanted to hear the Army guy talk. wtf

[@paulaaudino9016]

The Fear of wat Mother Nature will she do at a cat 3🎤🎤❤️💙

[@CharlesPappas-h6f]

The strength of having a great Governor.

[@ericschumann1147]

tampa tides high and 45-65 wind

[@AliceSanches-w7p]

Do you know go to hit ga

[@Collins-e5f]

Sorry for you all

[@YouWillMakeItTV]

🛐🛐🛐

[@ALPHA-ROTH]

I wonder if RINOs can swim?

[@commonsense6967]

Well, we already know Democrat-Marxists can't do anything for themselves!

[@leelush4648]

.

[@krazykozey2259]

Already got 6 inches of rain..

[@kellyahola4041]

Where?

[@krazykozey2259]

@kellyahola4041 Aripeka on the Pasco/Hernando line. I have storage containers that we washed to pack everything up in and they all had 6 in in them. Swamp behind me already water logged.

[@MarekKolenda-l8s]

200 miles per hour hurricane coming

[@LeroyMustang]

Right up his…

[@Mike-s1r]

If you have an elderly neighbor take them if you can! Take your pets ! Always thankful for this man’s hard work! He’s on it , great governor 💪❤️It!

[@davidpadilla685]

He’s a horrible governor…

[@jakeyjakey4018]

“he” wears high heels…

[@commonsense6967]

@@jakeyjakey4018Why are you obsessed with "high heels?"

[@dellila9301]

Ronny Sucks

[@suzsnnesanders4742]

Why people live here is beyond me?? Not worth it

[@robertsessa295]

Desantis always pops up to train Florida residents to behave making them think it’s their fault

[@mslizaalexandra]

The starlink is a good idea. Talk to Elon musk to create a program for Florida to have a backup program for internet.

[@djboogieboy]

Ronnie rubber boots in action!😂

[@Regina5327]

He's hot.

[@jodywho6696]

Is he going to wear his white boots 😂😅😊

[@christinaperry2752]

You're a bot lol

[@SimplyCassandra1]

👀

[@commonsense6967]

You are obsessed with white boots

[@joeyjoem4365]

Let the fear mongering begin!!!!!

[@connasu]

God forbid the government warns citizens of a major hurricane 😱

[@scalkins1979]

Yucatán peninsula in Cuba?

[@robertsessa295]

Maybe Donald Trump won’t go to jail

[@marymahoney6903]

Sounds is to low to hear him

[@DK-vx5co]

Isez its really???

[@wesleyrodgers886]

Sex banned in sex ed. Guy is a genius. 🙄😳🤪

[@davidcosta2244]

Actually, sexual content to those in grades K-3 isn't allowed unless it's age appropriate, and can be reviewed in the legislation that's entitled: Parental Rights in Education Act. So, a teacher could show Wild Wild World of Animals to these students without any issues to educate on how offspring is produced. However, those like yourself aren't interested in this type of education, of course.

[@Acts16v31]

Thank you, Governor DeSantis. God protect and keep safe everyone during Hurricane Helene.

[@Kwk16534]

Pray for the people Florida that they can get rid of this awful governor vote blue up and down the ballot and stop this pestilence

[@NetanyahooWarCriminal]

DeSantis got his wading heels ready

[@RobertZemeckis2025]

are you humus

[@commonsense6967]

Are you wearing high heels?😂

[@anthonysimpson4084]

This guy desantis is still around 🤦‍♂️

[@commonsense6967]

BEST governor ever!

[@giz8527]

Well, he did win re-election by a landslide 2 years ago.. and governor terms are 4 years, so yeah. he is still around.

[@Let1423]

Governer be in his man cave . Good luck Florida

[@lelandmartin6840]

I hope everyone's okay in Florida however there's a reason why Ron DeSantis did not make it in his campaign. Oh lord

[@commonsense6967]

Oh, really?! Explain! Because DeSantis isn't a WEF puppet and RINO?!?

[@Kudal196]

With Florida's Property Insurance DePopulation Approval By The State, Their Damage Expense Payables Are Substantially Minimized and They Have Their Way.. Thank You Florida State Legislature, you have really helped out Floridians.

[@commonsense6967]

Stop complaining.

[@michaelWells-ef9bx]

😂- Good God …DeSantis is in charge? We are DOOMED 🎉

[@KristenHamilton-l5c]

Governor Desantis is Amazing 🏆. He's a stupendous leader and naturally level headed and he is idealistic with vision.

[@jakeyjakey4018]

i cant take a man in a suit wearing high heels seriously

[@commonsense6967]

So stop wearing them.

[@giz8527]

Why does It bother you? High heels were originally meant for men.

[@Gone_huntingg]

The insurance companies own him. I hope this makes people leave.

[@LeopoldoGonzales-og9wc]

Biblical payback is a mo/fo mister governor. So when will your plane arrive in Phoenix ?

[@commonsense6967]

What are you smoking?

[@voodoobane]

we are ready for helene yes. also 🏙🌴🌇🔑✨🏝🌴 Floridians loves Trump

[@republicansthatdidntvotefo1605]

Thank you governor for freeing Greed and capitalism!! Personally hand picking insurance commissioners letting insurance companies charge whatever they want..💰💰💰👍🇺🇸 My state farm stocks are through the roof...👍

[@ericschumann1147]

im thinking of running for CFO in 2 years

[@commonsense6967]

Oh, grow up already. Leave FL if you can't afford it.

[@rockinginfiniverse1617]

Dictator Duh Santis for Prison!!!!

[@commonsense6967]

Comrade Que Mala Harris for dictator!