High Winds Cause Damage and Injuries in South Carolina

In Forest Acres, South Carolina, at least four trees fell on homes due to high winds from Tropical Depression Helene, resulting in two injuries and significant damage to property. Over 100 trees were reported down, with residents rallying to assist each other in debris removal, as power outages affected Trenholm Plaza and Forest Drive. Meanwhile, in Memphis, Tennessee, a three-car crash on Shelby Drive left two individuals injured but in non-critical condition, prompting an ongoing investigation by the police. In Irvine, North Ayrshire, a separate incident involved a car crashing into a tree, leaving the 24-year-old driver in critical but stable condition and a 27-year-old female passenger with serious injuries. Authorities are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage related to the crash on Towerlands Road. These incidents highlight the recent spikes in both weather-related damage and traffic accidents across multiple regions.