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Helene flooding is 'catastrophic natural disaster'

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Helene flooding is 'catastrophic natural disaster' in Western NC

Helene, now a weakened post-tropical cyclone, left chaos and destruction across the Southeast. A damage estimate said the storm will cost billions.

Charlotte Observer · 2h

At least 10 people dead in Western NC from Helene, 200 rescued from floods

With so many roads out and power and internet connections down, a full accounting of the damage done is a work in progress.

Bears Wire · 2h

Western NC school, college closures after Helene flooding: What we know so far

ASHEVILLE - Though information on school closures in Western North Carolina is still sparse, several schools and universities have now issued alerts in the wake of Tropical Storm Helene. Here's what we know so far from area educational institutions including WNC public school districts and colleges.

Helene recovery and relief efforts continue in Florida

Charlotte Observer · 4h

‘Apocalyptic’ damage: Helene kills at least 30 in Western NC, severs power, water, roads

Many in Western North Carolina remained without fresh water, internet or cell service. Seven water plants in Avery, Burke, Haywood, Jackson, Rutherford, Watauga and Yancey counties are closed, according to a news release issued by Cooper’s office Saturday night. That affects nearly 70,000 households.

USA Today · 1d

LIVE UPDATES: Biden declares disaster as weather warnings continue from Helene fallout

Here's the on latest weather warnings and cleanup as the light of day offers a better look at what happened over the past several days. President Joe Biden approved emergency disaster relief aid for Tennessee this morning.

Helene recovery and relief efforts continue in Florida as Biden approves disaster declaration

The White House said that the president's actions make federal funding available to affected individuals in several counties.

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When will power be restored in Western NC? Duke Energy issues statement

In a statement, Duke Energy said a majority of customers are expected to have power returned no later than Friday evening, ...

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Rescue missions underway in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene brings ‘historic’ flooding, landslides

FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said the flooding in western North Carolina was "historic" and teams are conducting search ...

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Western North Carolina floods: How much rain fell in Asheville and can we expect more this week?

With efforts underway to repair the destruction left in the wake of Helene, here's what the NWS says about flooding, rainfall ...

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Western North Carolina roads closed, travel nearly impossible after Helene

Travel in and out of much of Western North Carolina is nearly impossible after heavy rains and flooding battered the state in ...

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Watch western NC rivers on live web cams as Helene moves through the state

Potentially catastrophic rainfall is predicted for the southern Appalachians. Watch rivers rise on these USGS webcams.

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What’s open in Western NC? Where to get gas, groceries and more in Helene aftermath

Residents and local businesses from across the state have contributed to an interactive map, highlighting open grocery stores ...

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Tropical Storm Helene brings heavy rains and flooding to Asheville

Tropical Storm Helene moved through North Carolina, causing significant damage and flooding in Asheville. Yahoo Life ...

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