A month after Hurricane Helene hit western North Carolina, the National Hurricane Center reported that the storm claimed the lives of 248 people and caused $78.7 billion in damages, making it the seventh-costliest storm on record. The storm brought high winds, tornadoes, and torrential rain, resulting in injuries, rescues, and power outages affecting millions of customers.
The recovery efforts in North Carolina and other states affected by Helene are ongoing, with people trying to rebuild their lives after the devastation caused by the storm. Helene’s massive size and intensity led to widespread damage, including strong wind gusts, storm surge, and record-breaking rainfall that triggered landslides and flooding.
The storm surge inundated communities along the Florida coast, destroying homes and leaving only slabs and stilts behind. In North Carolina, record-breaking rainfall was recorded, causing landslides and floods in various areas. The storm’s impact was felt in several states, with high winds, storm surge, and rainfall causing widespread damage and destruction.
The recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene highlight the resilience and hope of affected communities as they work together to rebuild and recover from the devastation caused by the storm.
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