Helene in NC | Western North Carolina continues to grapple with damage from deadly storms

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) — It’s a long road ahead for residents of western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene struck the region more than a week ago, leaving catastrophic damage in its wake.

The death toll has risen to at least 230 in six states. On Thursday, North Carolina officials confirmed the state’s death toll stands at 91, an increase of three from the previous day.

The western part of the state is in ruins due to destroyed homes, severe flooding, mudslides and collapsed roads. On some roads it was difficult to provide people with water, food and other supplies. Search and rescue crews from all levels of government were deployed throughout western North Carolina.

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