North Carolina, Hurricane Helene

How many people are still missing in western North Carolina five weeks after Hurricane Helene?
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. — In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, North Carolina Emergency Management was keeping track of the number of missing people in western North Carolina. It utilized information from NC 211, where people could report an unaccounted person. However, that registry has since been closed.
North Carolina man sleeping in tent after Hurricane Helene had to rebury father's casket on property
Chris Griffin lost his North Carolina home, cars and garage during Hurricane Helene. He also had to rebury his father's casket, which was unearthed during the storm.
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 government calculates Hurricane Helene damages, needs at least $53B
North Carolina officials say the catastrophic flooding and destruction from Hurricane Helene likely caused at least $53 billion in damages and recovery needs in the state.
Western North Carolina sees record voter turnout despite Helene challenges
Voters in western North Carolina have turned out in record numbers despite ongoing recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene.
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.
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.
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No, Hurricane Helene Does Not Justify Giving North Carolina's Electoral Votes to Trump (opinion)
When your opponents are accusing you of trying to subvert democracy, maybe don't suggest that it "makes a lot of sense" to ignore the will of the voters.
North Carolina couple recount being swept away on couch during Hurricane Helene
Residents Howard and Lisa Ray from western North Carolina say they are lucky to be alive after devastating flooding during Hurricane Helene. The couple says despite the catastrophic flooding, their dog was able to survive the flood waters.
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North Carolina sees ‘astounding’ voter turnout in aftermath of Hurricane Helene
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‘Stay Strong Hill Country’: One Volunteer’s Perspective on the Devastation in North Carolina After Hurricane Helene
The news cycle has now moved away from North Carolina, though thousands still fight to stay strong and recover from Hurricane ...
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A symbol of resilience and hope: White House Christmas tree chosen from North Carolina area hit hard by Hurricane Helene
This year’s official White House Christmas tree comes from western North Carolina, one of the areas hardest hit by Hurricane ...
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Hurricane Helene: More than 100 reported dead in North Carolina, 7 unaccounted for
A total of 7 people remain unaccounted for in North Carolina following Hurricane Helene as the death toll from the storm remained 101 as of Monday. Fatalities have been reported across 22 ...