North Carolina, Hurricane Helene

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Opinion: Helene tore apart our North Carolina town. But we are resilient – and we will vote.
Our tiny town of Bat Cave, N.C., was devastated by Hurricane Helene. But we will find a way to vote – for our neighbors, community and country.
North Carolina government calculates Hurricane Helene damages, needs at least $53B
The catastrophic flooding and destruction caused by Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina likely caused at least a record $53 billion in damages and recovery needs, Gov. Roy Cooper's administration said Wednesday.
Hurricane Helene: More than 100 reported dead in North Carolina, 7 unaccounted for
Authorities in North Carolina have confirmed 101 storm-related fatalities from Hurricane Helene and say 7 people are unaccounted for.
North Carolina County Overcounted Hurricane Helene Deaths by 30
Buncombe County, which includes Asheville, miscounted the deaths during a period when communications were severely hampered by the storm, the sheriff’s office said.
North Carolina flags lowered for victims of Hurricane Helene
"Today, we remember those who lost their lives to this terrible and powerful storm and we mourn with their loved ones,” Gov. Cooper said.
Many North Carolina students return to class for first time since Hurricane Helene
When Hurricane Helene hit, 459 schools in 28 North Carolina districts were affected. Schools in five of those districts remain closed.
FEMA has provided more than $190M in aid for North Carolina after Hurricane Helene
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided over $190 million in aid to North Carolina, as the battleground state continues to recover from devastation left by Hurricane Helene.
Fairfield County first responders make big impact on Hurricane Helene relief in North Carolina
Fairfield County Hazmat Communication Team improved communication capability and delivered supplies in North Carolina during Helene relief effort.
Schools reopen in North Carolina amid Hurricane Helene devastation
Thousands of students returned to classrooms in western North Carolina for the first time since Hurricane Helene devastated the region. Hundreds of mental health counselors were brought in to help students with the transition back to school.
What’s open and safe to do in Brevard after Hurricane Helene hit Western North Carolina?
Brevard is welcoming visitors back after Hurricane Helene. What to know about road closures, hotels and lodging, restaurants and more.
Hurricane Helene washed away homes in North Carolina. It also galvanized the early vote
In September Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, washing away homes, roads and bridges and killing more than 100. It also displaced more than 6,000 people and forced election officials to scramble to ensure the disaster-affected region could still get out the vote.
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