Frigid temperatures in Southeast U.S. impact recovery for Helene survivors
A cold snap is hitting the Southeast U.S., including western North Carolina, which is still recovering from the widespread damage caused by Hurricane Helene.
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A cold snap is hitting the Southeast U.S., including western North Carolina, which is still recovering from the widespread damage caused by Hurricane Helene.
Helene ransacked western North Carolina on Sept. 27, leaving a path of devastation, death and an economic calamity from which the state will need years to recover.
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A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
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As Helene bore down on the mountains of North Carolina, an Asheville radio station helped coordinate wellness checks and connect the stranded with resources.
As rain is expected for Sunday and Tropical Storm Milton strengthens in the Gulf of Mexico, many people are still recovering from Hurricane Helene.
Hundreds of roads across Western North Carolina remain closed and damaged, including portions of Interstate 40.
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South Florida man, Jim Kiltie is happy to be home after experiencing Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.
Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation throughout the Southeast after making landfall in Florida.
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A few showers are possible early in the afternoon.
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A few showers are possible early in the afternoon.
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