North Carolina, Hurricane Helene

64 miles of North Carolina trails reopen post-Hurricane Helene, caution still advised
The National Forests in North Carolina (NFNC) has announced the reopening of 64 miles of trails throughout the state.
North Carolina Expands Employment Program to Aid 39 Counties in Post-Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts
North Carolina expands a temporary jobs program to aid 39 counties affected by Hurricane Helene, aiming to reduce unemployment and assist in recovery efforts.
North Carolina launches temporary job program to aid 39 counties affected by Hurricane Helene
NORTH CAROLINA, USA — In 39 counties in North Carolina, residents can now apply for a temporary job program. The program will allow people to work on recovery efforts in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene, including much of western North Carolina. Residents will have an opportunity to provide humanitarian assistance, too.
FEMA extends transitional housing program for North Carolina residents displaced by Hurricane Helene
FEMA is extending its Transitional Sheltering Assistance Program to Jan. 25 for residents of North Carolina who were displaced by Hurricane Helene.
NC expands hurricane recovery jobs program to more counties
North Carolina is offering more temporary jobs to help communities rebuild after Hurricane Helene. The program, which started in 25 counties, now covers 39 counties across the state. The U.S. Department of Labor is funding the program with $10 million.
Comparing Recovery: Wildfires in California and Hurricane Helene in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA, USA — Wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes across Los Angeles and Southern California. Many residents are now faced with how to move forward. Federal, state, and local agencies, along with various organizations, are actively assisting those affected by the wildfires.
Who weeps for North Carolina’s hurricane victims?
You will likely hear nonstop coverage of the Los Angeles fires for months as North Carolina's hurricane victims slowly ...
Claims About Hurricane Damage in North Carolina Are Mostly True
According to the post, 126,000 homes were destroyed, 104 people killed, and $60 billion in damages sustained in western North ...
Helene estimated to be deadliest hurricane since Katrina
Hurricane Helene created an estimated nearly $80 billion in damage from Florida through North Carolina.
104 North Carolina deaths are attributed to Helene. Here’s a list of their names
Months after the storm devastated Western North Carolina, the state has released the official list of names of those who died ...
Asheville answers: How did Western North Carolina's bears fare during Helene?
Noticing fewer visits from local bears, a reader asks how Western North Carolina's bears were impacted by Tropical Storm ...
North Carolina's new Democratic governor pledges to rebuild after Helene, work with GOP
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein kicked off his term in office by praising the resilience of residents following Hurricane ...
New Hampshire couple helping provide shelter for victims of Hurricane Helene
Farmington couple is part of a volunteer group delivering shelter and supplies to those who lost everything after Hurricane ...
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Fact-check: Is the federal government treating California and North Carolina disasters differently?
The federal response to the California wildfires has so far mimicked the government’s response to Hurricane Helene hitting North Carolina in September 2024. In both instances, President Joe Biden ...