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Southeast Hospitals Weather Hurricane Helene, Face Challenges

An aerial view of flood-damaged Unicoi County Hospital in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Erwin, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

During Hurricane Helene, hospitals and health care organizations in the Southeast faced significant challenges while striving to provide essential care for their communities. The massive storm caused widespread damage to the region's health centers, resulting in blackouts, wind damage, supply shortages, and flooding.

Despite the adversities, most hospitals managed to stay operational by utilizing generators or backup systems to power their facilities. While some elective procedures were postponed, very few facilities had to close entirely.

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