On a quick "gut reaction" level, seems like Helene caused more damage to western NC than Milton to FL. Probably because Milton was a smaller/faster moving system even if the maximum wind speeds were higher. Helene was just a huge system that dumped excessive amounts of rain -- so not the wind as much, but the flooding. Although the associated tornados with Milton wreaked havoc certainly. Could also be because coastal FL is theoretically more prepared than western NC for these sorts of events (i.e. houses/buildings are supposed to built with hurricane resistance in mind).
Hoping for the best for everyone impacted. Neither of them were "small" by any means as it relates to damage, but that's my impression from people impacted.
Hoping for the best for everyone impacted. Neither of them were "small" by any means as it relates to damage, but that's my impression from people impacted.