Officials on the ground describe devastation left in Hurricane Helene’s path

CNN talks to officials and residents after Hurricane Helene made landfall, and left a path of devastation in its wake. Catch up here:
00:00 - 05:29 CNN’s Erin Burnett speaks to USCG Petty Officer 2nd Class Ted Hudson about rescuing a man and his dog who were stranded in a boat during Hurricane Helene. 
5:29 - 9:06 Gov. Brian Kemp (R-GA) gives an update on how the hurricane has impacted his state of Georgia.
9:07 - 14:43 CNN’s Jake Tapper talks to Kelly Keffer, who was driving when boulders fell near her car as a result of the severe weather.
14:44 - 18:54 Brig. Gen. Alex Harlamor of the Florida National Guard describes rescue efforts in Florida, where the Hurricane has hit communities hard.
18:55 - 26:58 CNN’s Anderson Cooper speaks to Michael Bobbitt, who rode out the storm in Cedar Key, Florida, and shares what he’s seen on the ground today.

[LindaC-zeob]

Thank you TED HUDSON, Coast Guard rescue swimmer, for rescuing the boat captain and his sweet dog!! Well done sir, Well done!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[bayoubabe]

Thank you Officer Hudson for risking your life to save the man and his dog and then turned around and went back to rescue 2 other people🙏🩵🙏. You are a true hero. You are brave and I thank you & the other crew for your service to our country 🥰

[francisphillips]

You are awesome!! Thank you USCG Rescue Swimmer. ❤❤❤ glad you saved that man and his puppy. Thank you for your service sir. 😊😊😊❤

[karenabel]

Thank you to all the first responders and National Guardsmen who are providing help to Hurricane affected areas

[artbysanders]

Seeing the coast guard save the man and dog is heartwarming. Sorry they lost their home.

[junecoulthard]

This was so worth watching! Thankyou for saving this Man and his Dogs life, just mind blowing how rescues work! ❤🐾

[plee]

“When I called the Coast Guard, that’s when I decided to live.” Those words are powerful testament to Coast Guard’s work. Thank you to all of the first responders. ❤

[two-sense]

What a stand up guy. Thank you to his parents and mentors. You should be proud.

[dm-]

God bless this brave man and his team rescuing this man and his dog❤ 🙏

[juel]

Thank God for these men. God Bless them. you could tell the dog was stressed. I'm so happy that they were rescued.

[nance]

Coast Guard rescue swimmers have nerves of steel. Great job to the whole crew!

[Phillip-pypc]

Your going to go to heaven. Angels are real, as a former veteran, all love brother

[gogetem]

THANKYOU for saving the man and his dog MVP USCG to the dog your a good doggie we all love ya big hugs and pats

[jefferysmith]

That guy knew a hurricane was coming. What the hell was he doing out there?

[germormanroberson]

That has got to be THE coolest dog ever 😮

[rebeccabsomanybooks]

Heroes are humble. Thank you sir for your bravery.

[islandbirdw]

Our Coasties are hero’s everyday. This shows how brave the rescuers are. Also note why those dog life vests are so critical for pets aboard vessels.

[melodieshimon]

Your a hero ! Thank you for your service!

[HiramOliverslife]

12:01 I like that statement, "You can hide from the wind but you need to run from the water." 💯

[dm-]

CNN: love Erin! She is empathetic, respectful, asks the right questions, then listens. This man literally saved lives – she asks what it feels like ❤️ 5:15