Hurricane Helene Devastates Augusta National Golf Course

Hurricane Milton has severely damaged Augusta National Golf Club, the home of the Masters, with drone footage revealing extensive destruction from fallen trees and damaged greens. This follows the earlier devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, which hit the course with 130 mph winds, leaving the grounds in disarray just six months before the Masters tournament is set to take place from April 10 to 13. The iconic 16th hole, known for Tiger Woods' famous chip-in, has been reported as 'wrecked', with debris scattered across the usually pristine fairways. In addition to Augusta, the storm also affected Tropicana Field and Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, where the Rays' ballpark roof was severely damaged. Despite the destruction, Augusta National's chairman, Fred Ridley, confirmed that the Masters will proceed as scheduled. Total damages from both hurricanes are projected to reach $50 billion, impacting millions of residents across Florida.