PVC pipes swept away by Hurricane Helene flooding still dominate cleanup of North Carolina river Two years after Hurricane Helene, rivers in western North Carolina still are littered with debris The Independent UK · Oct 8
Asheville’s slimmed-down restaurants make a comeback a year after Hurricane Helene: ‘Back to the basics’ Many eateries in the North Carolina city now welcome tourists after navigating complex insurance rules to survive The Guardian - US · Sep 25, 2025
Hurricane Helene displaced thousands of students. Some struggled to get back on track with school Thousands of students across western North Carolina lost their homes a year ago when Helene hit with some of the most vicious floods, landslides and wind ever seen in the mountainous region The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2025
North Carolina officials make urgent request to lawmakers on Helene and other hurricanes North Carolina officials charged with leading recovery efforts in western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene have told state lawmakers that they need more money The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2025
White House asks for nearly $100B disaster relief package - Roll Call President Joe Biden is seeking $98.6 billion in emergency disaster relief funding following a series of hurricanes this fall. Roll Call · Nov 18, 2024
Florida works to bring back tourism to its Gulf Coast following hurricanes Helene and Milton Tourism officials on Florida’s Gulf Coast say one of the ways concerned people can help the area recover is to visit as tourists, even though some beaches are still closed to the public and debris is still piled next to streets from recent hurricanes Helene and Milton The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2024
In Helene's and Milton's wake, faith-based disaster relief groups prepare for the long haul Members of Biltmore Church in Asheville, North Carolina, are among those delivering relief to their neighbors affected by Hurricane Helene, despite grieving their own losses of loved ones, homes and livelihoods The Independent UK · Oct 19, 2024
It could still be months before parts of North Carolina get clean drinking water after Hurricane Helene Tens of thousands without access to running water in hard-hit cities like Asheville The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2024
North Carolina hurricane recovery team relocated amid threat of ‘armed militia’ Hurricane Helene federal emergency workers told to evacuate Rutherford county, Washington Post reports The Guardian - US · Oct 14, 2024
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Donate $1 Million to Hurricanes Helene and Milton Relief A charity has thanked them for their support. Marie Claire · Oct 11, 2024
The Latest: Hurricane Milton takes aim at Tampa Bay, Florida, as a Category 4 storm Hurricane Milton is weakening slightly but remains a ferocious storm that could land a once-in-a-century direct hit on Tampa and St. Petersburg, engulfing the populous region with towering storm surges and turning debris from Helene’s devastation 12 days ago into projectiles The Independent UK · Oct 8, 2024
Authorities Locate Over 85% Of Missing Persons In Asheville Asheville authorities make progress in locating missing persons post-Helene impact. Rescue efforts ongoing, curfew in place for public safety. Top News · Oct 7, 2024
The Latest: Hurricane Milton strengthens into a Category 4 as Florida prepares for evacuations Hurricane Milton has rapidly strengthened into a Category 4 hurricane on a path toward Florida population centers including Tampa and Orlando, threatening a dangerous storm surge in Tampa Bay and setting the stage for potential mass evacuations less than two weeks after a catastrophic Hurricane Helene swamped the coastline The Independent UK · Oct 7, 2024
First Thing: One year after the 7 October attacks As Israel mourns those killed one year ago today, attacks on Lebanon and Gaza continue. Plus: the aftermath of Hurricane Helene The Guardian - UK · Oct 7, 2024
Sports Illustrated · Oct 5, 2024 NC State, Wake Forest Bands Unite for Classy Tribute As State Recovers From Helene The Wolfpack and Demon Deacons' bands came together to play an iconic song.
Salon · Oct 5, 2024 Parton donates $1 million for Helene aid The "9 to 5" singer gave $1 million and brought in corporate donors to help out in Tennessee
The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2024 Florida communities hit three times by hurricanes grapple with how and whether to rebuild It was just a month ago that Brooke Hiers left the state-issued emergency trailer where her family had lived after Hurricane Idalia slammed into her home on Florida's Gulf Coast in August of 2023
Top News · Sep 30, 2024 Deadly Storm Helene Causes Devastation In Buncombe County Storm Helene wreaks havoc in Buncombe County, claiming lives and causing widespread destruction. Community unites in recovery efforts.
International Business Times · Sep 29, 2024 FEMA Head Blames Climate Change For 'Historic Flooding' From Hurricane Helene The death toll from the devastating storm rose to at least 88, with North Carolina's governor saying more bodies would likely be found.
Salon · Sep 27, 2024 Hurricane Helene tears apart Florida A power surge caused by the Category 4 storm has left millions without power, killing at least 21 people
Top News · Sep 27, 2024 Tropical Storm Helene Causes Catastrophic Flooding Across Southeast Tropical Storm Helene brings flooding, landslides, and tornado threats to the Southeast, urging residents to stay safe and informed.
Top News · Sep 26, 2024 Hurricane Helene Rapidly Intensifies, Reaches Category 4 Strength Hurricane Helene rapidly intensified twice due to warm Gulf waters, highlighting climate change impact.
The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2024 Tropical Weather Latest: Hurricane Helene is upgraded to Category 2 as it heads toward Florida Fast-moving Hurricane Helene is advancing across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida and it's been upgraded to a Category 2 storm
The Guardian - US · Sep 26, 2024 Hurricane Helene intensifies to category 4 storm as it approaches Florida Forecasters warn that storm, one of the most powerful to hit the US this year, could create a ‘nightmare’