Hurricane Helene

National

Harris and Biden surveyed damage wrought by Hurricane Helene in 2 swing states

7:22pm October 02, 2024

President Biden and Vice President Harris traveled to Georgia and North Carolina to reassure people that help is on the way. Making good on that promise is a critical test in this election year.

Bear's Smokehouse BBQ World Food Kitchen

After helping in war and quake zones, this restaurateur feeds residents hit by Helene

4:41pm October 02, 2024

Jamie McDonald has provided meals in Ukraine and Turkey as a volunteer with World Central Kitchen. Now, he's partnering with the global charity led by José Andrés to feed residents in Asheville.

Hurricane Helene Storm System Causes Flooding In North Carolina

Hurricanes contribute to thousands of deaths each year — many times the reported number

11:51am October 02, 2024

The death toll reported from an average tropical cyclone is 24. But the true toll is maybe 300 times higher—and the losses stretch for years after the storm passes.

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Hurricane Helene Causes Massive Flooding Across Swath Of Western North Carolina

Hurricanes are dangerous far from the coast. Communities are struggling to prepare

5:00am October 02, 2024

Coastal cities often bear the brunt of hurricanes. But as Hurricane Helene showed, extreme rainfall can be life-threatening hundreds of miles away.

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A photo of Asheville residents waiting in line at a Harris Teeter on Merrimon Avenue

Asheville residents describe aftermath of Hurricane Helene as city prepares for long road to recovery

2:23pm October 01, 2024

by David Ford and DJ Simmons

Days after Helene swept through western North Carolina leaving a path of destruction in its wake, many are still without power.

A tiny town just got slammed by Helene. It could massively disrupt the tech industry

3:32pm September 30, 2024

Spruce Pine is a major global supplier of high-purity quartz. It’s an essential ingredient for microchips and solar panels.

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Flooded roadways and debris in Asheville

Health & Safety

List: Triad organizations accepting donations for Hurricane Helene recovery

12:51pm September 30, 2024

by April Laissle

Several Piedmont organizations are mobilizing to support relief efforts in western North Carolina. Here’s a running list of ways to help.

Where Watauga County residents can go for hurricane relief resources after Helene

12:41pm September 30, 2024

by Amy Diaz

Watauga County residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel, but for those in need of shelter, food, water and other resources, here is a list of locations offering support during this time.

a line of people outside Mountain Valley Water

Health & Safety

Supplies rushed to communities isolated by Helene as death toll rises to at least 107

12:07pm September 30, 2024

by Jeffrey Collins, Kate Payne and Patrick Whittle, Associated Press

A crisis unfolded in western North Carolina as officials rushed to get more water, food and other supplies to flood-stricken areas without power and cellular service Monday, three days after Hurricane Helene ripped across the U.S. Southeast. The death toll from the storm reached the triple digits.

Storm Helene Causes Massive Flooding Across Swath Of Western North Carolina

National

Helene death toll surpasses 120 as millions remain without power

6:43am September 30, 2024

At least 120 people across several states are reported dead. Officials warned that rebuilding from the widespread loss of homes and property would be lengthy and difficult.