Hurricane Helene's Fury: Deputies Rescue Hotel Guests Trapped by Flooding in Sarasota As Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida on Thursday night, Manatee County deputies sprang into action to rescue guests trapped by flooding at a hotel in north Sarasota. According to Yahoo News, the dramatic rescue effort was captured on ___cam video, showcasing deputies wading through rising water to evacuate approximately 100 people, including several elderly individuals in wheelchairs (WFLA). The Ramada Inn Hotel, located on North Tamiami Trail in Sarasota, was affected by the nearby bay's flooding, causing water to inundate the first-floor rooms. As the situation worsened, fire, smoke, and electrical hazards were reported in some rooms, prompting the fire alarm to sound and the hotel's occupants to be evacuated.
Deputies, assisted by firefighters and electrical line crews... used flashlights to navigate through the darkness and locate guests for roughly an hour and a half. They carefully escorted the guests to safety, while fire and rescue crews monitored the situation to ensure no further hazards arose. To alleviate the situation, buses were dispatched to the hotel, "relocating the guests to nearby hotels." Of the rescued individuals, "approximately 20 people were taken to a storm shelter at Lee Middle School in Bradenton." The swift and effective response from Manatee County deputies and emergency services prevented any potential harm to the hotel guests... demonstrating the importance of preparedness and emergency response during severe weather events.
The rescue operation was a testament to the bravery and dedication of the emergency responders who worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of those affected by the storm. As the community begins to recover from Hurricane Helene's impact, this dramatic rescue effort serves as a poignant reminder of the critical role that emergency services play in keeping people safe during times of crisis.
More details: Visit websiteSARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — Guests staying at a hotel in north Sarasota were rescued by Manatee County deputies as Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida Thursday night. Bodycam video shows deputies at the Ramada Inn Hotel, located on North Tamiami Trail in Sarasota after water from the nearby bay began flooding the first-floor rooms.
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