1. Some people went towards rather than away from the storm
Muslim Marine - an organisation of Muslim American Marines - members braved the journey to Orlando to lend a helping hand.
2. People knew Florida needed all the help it could get
Even if it meant heading towards the danger.
3. Those whose job it is to tackle Irma gave their all
4. Kristen Bell stepped in
When actress Kristen Bell learnt that her Frozen co-star Josh Gad's family were evacuating Florida, she got them a hotel room.
Bell is was in Florida shooting a film - and now she's helping those who need it.
5. There are lots of shelters
So the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) made a map.
Shelters are also going the extra length to help.
6. The simplest acts of kindness matter
Much of Florida is experiencing a loss of water, power and communication.
7. And the biggest acts always take a team effort
Richard Branson also tweeted that Hurricane Irma "really is the storm of the century" and that everyone needs to pitch in - which they did.
8. Animals were not forgotten
One kind stranger offered their place for free.
Thankfully, they were already safe.
9. And coffee is always welcome
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