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Family members were still searching for Rosa Maria Andrade Reynoso, 29, Monday. Her husband said every passing day is a nightmare. UNICOI COUNTY, Tenn. — Family and friends are still searching for 10 missing people in Unicoi County, according to the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. For one husband, each passing day of the search is a new nightmare. “She said goodbye to me, and to take care of the kids,” said Francisco Javier Guerrero, married…

Authorities have struggled to get supplies to isolated areas, including the city of Asheville, after the storm flooded parts of North Carolina. PERRY, Fla. — The death toll from Hurricane Helene reached at least 107 people in six states on Monday, according an Associated Press tally. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp said during a news conference Monday that the death toll in that state had risen from 17 to 25, pushing the overall toll to more…

Rescue crews helped save more than 150 people in Chimney Rock by Saturday night. It’s unclear how many others are missing. CHIMNEY ROCK, N.C. — At least 90 people have been confirmed dead in connection with Hurricane Helene, including 30 in North Carolina’s Buncombe County, officials said.  About 110 miles northwest of Charlotte, the village of Chimney Rock was among the communities hit hardest by Helene. People there say the devastation is “worse than you…

Rescue crews helped save more than 150 people in Chimney Rock by Saturday night. It’s unclear how many others are missing. CHIMNEY ROCK, N.C. — At least 90 people have been confirmed dead in connection with Hurricane Helene, including 30 in North Carolina’s Buncombe County, officials said.  About 110 miles northwest of Charlotte, the village of Chimney Rock was among the communities hit hardest by Helene. People there say the devastation is “worse than you…

FEMA is required by law to ensure that any help is given to those affected by a major disaster. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — President Joe Biden granted North Carolina’s request for a Federal Major Disaster Declaration due to the catastrophic impacts of Hurricane Helene.  The declaration means the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) can send much-needed money to residents and businesses in 25 North Carolina counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians that were impacted…

The White House said Biden directed the FEMA administrator to figure out what can be done to speed up support to communities having difficulty getting assistance. WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden says he will visit Hurricane Helene-impacted areas this week as long as it does not disrupt rescue and recovery operations. Biden was briefed again on Sunday evening about the impact of the devastating storm on an enormous swath of the Southeast. In a brief exchange…

People outside Avery County are unable to communicate with anyone in the county. Widespread flooding and damage have cut off communication to the area. AVERY COUNTY, N.C. — Residents in Avery County, one of the hardest hit counties by Hurricane Helene, are reeling with the impacts of devastating flooding and widespread damage.  Entire homes have floated down swollen rivers and streets in the area. Dozens of people have reported their loved ones missing and service…

There were three areas in the Charlotte area with active evacuation orders, Saturday afternoon. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There were three areas with active evacuation orders in the Charlotte area on Saturday afternoon, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Office of Emergency Management. On Sunday, the voluntary evacuation orders for the areas of Allison Ferry Road and the north side of Mountain Island Lake have been lifted. However, officials urge people there to stay alert to flooding a…

Helene devastated areas of western North Carolina. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper and his wife Nicole have made an initial $3 million commitment to Hurricane Helene relief efforts through their foundation. It’s to support immediate and long-term humanitarian aid and recovery efforts in North and South Carolina in the wake of devastation from the Category 4 storm. The region remains in a state of emergency, and more than 50 people have died. “The…

Multiple deaths have been reported in North Carolina as a result of Helene. GREENSBORO, N.C. — Recovering from Hurricane Helene is going to be a team effort, and the North Carolina A&T University Police Department is doing its part. The university announced Sunday that members of the University Polcie Department are on their way to UNC-Asheville to “provide necessary assistance in the catastrophic aftermath of Hurricane Helene.” One of the people traveling with the department…

There are plenty of places to donate cash or supplies. NORTH CAROLINA, USA — Wondering how you can help residents in western North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene? We have you covered! We will continue to update this list with more information as we find more places to volunteer or donate. If you have any suggestions, you can contact us at news@wfmy.com. Note: If you are having trouble getting in touch with loved…

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There were three areas with active evacuation orders in the Charlotte area on Saturday afternoon, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Office of Emergency Management. Areas under a mandatory evacuation order included:  Riverside Drive, Lake Drive, Riverhaven Drive and parts of Beagle Club Road & Hart Road near Mountain Island Lake. A voluntary evacuation order was issued for areas near Allison Ferry Road near Mountain Island Lake, Arthur Auten Drive, Drake Cove Road, Neck…

While drier weather moves in this weekend, a few showers are still possible from Helene’s outer bands. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — This weekend  Mostly cloudy skies tonight with a stray shower possible. Overnight temperatures will remain mild in the mid 60s. Partly sunny with a few showers possible Sunday and temperatures near 80. A midweek cold front will bring some cooler and drier air later next week.  Watch for flooded roadways due to runoff from creeks,…

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There are three areas with active evacuation orders in the Charlotte area on Saturday afternoon, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Office of Emergency Management. Areas under a mandatory evacuation order include:  Riverside Drive, Lake Drive, Riverhaven Drive and parts of Beagle Club Road & Hart Road near Mountain Island Lake. A voluntary evacuation order was issued for areas near Allison Ferry Road near Mountain Island Lake, Arthur Auten Drive, Drake Cove Road, Neck…

The tree hit their fire truck around 6:30 a.m. Friday. COLUMBIA, S.C. — Two firefighters killed during Tropical Storm Helene in South Carolina were struck by a tree, authorities said. The tree hit their fire truck around 6:30 a.m. Friday about 4 miles (6 kilometers) west of Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina Highway Patrol Cpl. David Jones said. Both firefighters died at the scene.  The Saluda County Coroner’s Office has not released the names of the firefighters….