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Florida deputies rescue man trapped inside home by Hurricane Helene floodwaters

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies in Lee County performed a daring rescue mission as Hurricane Helene barreled toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.

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Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno shared a video on social media showing the moments hit when deputies sprang into action.

Deputies said a man called 911 as floodwaters took over his home.

Watch: Crews assess damage after devastating impact of Hurricane Helene in Florida

Videos show deputies making their way through murky water to rescue the man.

Officials said the man is doing well.

Watch: Florida crews respond to house fire during flooding from Hurricane Helene

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