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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…