Hurricane Helene Death Toll Reaches 130

The death toll from Hurricane Helene has risen to at least 133, with hundreds still unaccounted for across several southeastern U.S. states. President Biden plans to visit North Carolina to monitor ongoing rescue efforts, amid accusations from former President Trump that the federal government has been slow to respond. Biden refuted these claims, insisting that help is being provided regardless of political affiliation, as North Carolina Governor Ray Cooper echoed the need for unity during the crisis. The storm has devastated areas like Asheville, where water systems suffered catastrophic damage, and emergency workers are struggling to reach stranded residents due to severe flooding and blocked roads. In addition to the fatalities, over 1.6 million people remain without electricity, with some areas facing prolonged outages. Efforts are underway to deliver essential supplies and restore services in the affected regions, which have seen rainfall amounts reaching over two feet in some areas.