As his administration responds to widespread destruction in Florida’s Gulf coast and Big Bend regions, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Saturday that at least 11 deaths in the state were related to Hurricane Helene.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference in Perry to give an update on the state’s response efforts to Hurricane Helene.

Saltwater intrusion from storm surges can cause EV battery fires. As Hurricane Helene intensifies and moves toward Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis has warned electric vehicle owners in the state to move their cars to higher ground because of the risk of saltwater intrusion.