It caused $5.3 billion in damages. In 1995, Hurricane Opal devastated the Florida panhandle before hitting Alabama and Tennessee. The storm caused $5.1 billion worth of damage.

Blackwell said Hurricane Helene left unprecedented damage. He explained crews from Alabama have been working in Georgia since first leaving Saturday morning.

MOBILE, Ala. — With the holiday season right around the corner, Christmas tree lots are already appearing with more on the way; however, damage from Hurricane Helene could impact supply this year.