Many people have been closely following the devastating news of Hurricane Helene, which is considered one of the deadliest storms to hit the U.S. The storm left hundreds unaccounted for and was quickly followed by Hurricane Milton. In a heart-wrenching update, experts have identified the youngest fatalities of the storm, twin babies named Khazmir and Khyzier.
The tragic incident occurred when five-week-old twins Khyzier and Khazmir passed away after a tree fell onto their mobile home in Thomson, Georgia, while being held in their mother Kobe Williams’ arms. The boys’ grandmother, Mary Jones, made the heartbreaking discovery.
The twins’ mother, Kobe Williams, also lost her life during the hurricane. Jones recounted the night when the storm hit, describing the eerie silence that fell after the tree crashed through the roof.
The devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene has left over 230 confirmed dead and millions of Florida residents without power, clean water, and other essentials. Governor Ron DeSantis reassured the public that the storm, while significant, was not as severe as initially feared.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management issued a warning to residents to stay away from the water due to the life-threatening storm surge that could occur. Amid the ongoing rescue efforts for Hurricane Milton, which hit the East Coast shortly after Helene, organizations like the Red Cross are providing support and aid.
Experts believe that climate change has played a role in the severity of the 2024 hurricane season, with warmer ocean temperatures fueling more intense storms. The tragedy of the youngest victims of Hurricane Helene serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of these natural disasters and the urgent need for unity and support in times of crisis.