Hurricane Helene Devastates Southeastern U.S.

Hurricane Helene has devastated large parts of the southeastern U.S., particularly North Carolina and Tennessee, resulting in at least 135 confirmed deaths and significant destruction across six states. The storm made landfall on September 28, 2024, causing severe flooding, uprooted trees, and hazardous conditions that rendered entire neighborhoods unrecognizable. Aid organizations, including the Water Mission, are mobilizing to provide essential resources like clean water and food, as many communities face a lack of power and access to basic necessities. Survivors are banding together to share resources, but challenges remain high, with thousands still unaccounted for. The scale of the disaster has prompted comparisons to past hurricanes, evoking memories of Hurricane Katrina's aftermath. Recovery efforts are ongoing, but the road ahead is daunting for many affected areas.