**Conditions for Hurricane Helene are continually evolving. Please reference the latest forecast for the most updated conditions.**

As of Sept. 26, Hurricane Helene was poised to make landfall on the Gulf Coast. Experts expect the storm could strengthen into a Category 4 hurricane after reaching land. Hurricanes that are this strong can bring winds up to 156 miles per hour, severely damaging even well-built homes. It will likely cause significant damage to crops in the region.

Before the storm arrived on land, it was unclear which areas could be hit hardest. Georgia and Florida were both in danger of heavy rain and wind. The storm rolled in as Georgia was preparing to harvest cotton — and as a slow-moving peanut harvest season had just begun. Storm conditions could heavily damage both crops.

In Florida, citrus and avocados are reaching peak maturity. However, the Big Bend region was expected to feel the impact of Hurricane Helene. It could significantly damage the crops in this region as well.

Buildings and equipment could also rack up damage, leaving a challenging situation for farmers in the Southeast.

See more about the storm here.