Remnants of Hurricane Helene could impact commute, cause tree damage

The Miami Valley is feeling the effects of Hurricane Helene Friday morning.

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As reported on News Center 7 Daybreak, Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida Thursday night as a Category 4 Hurricane.

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• Hurricane Helene: High Wind Warning issued for parts of area; heavy rain, strong winds expected
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Rain is falling Friday morning, and you will need your rain gear.

News Center 7 reached out to local power companies and said they would monitor the weather.

We also spoke with a lawn care expert who said to be aware of branches and tree damage.

“Strong winds can take out even healthy trees,” said Ryan Dunham, Dunham Lawncare.

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