Western North Carolina is still reeling from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, with more than 500 bridges and 600 culverts damaged by the storm. The state transportation secretary revealed that over 100 bridges will need to be fully replaced, underscoring the extensive destruction caused by the hurricane.
During a recent news conference, Department of Transportation Secretary Joey Hopkins highlighted the challenges faced by the region, noting that access to areas in 10 counties is now limited to all-terrain vehicles, foot bridges, and National Guard vehicles due to severe damage to roads and bridges.
