Hurricane Helene Causes Widespread Damage Across South

Hurricane Helene has wreaked havoc across several states, with significant damage reported in North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. The Biltmore estate in Asheville, NC, has temporarily closed due to extensive wind damage and flooding, although the main mansion sustained minimal harm. In Georgia, over 200,000 customers remained without power as the National Guard was deployed to assist affected communities, where fallen trees caused widespread destruction to homes and infrastructure. In Tampa, Kyle Rudolph and his family faced severe flooding that destroyed most of their belongings, reflecting the storm's catastrophic impact on the region, which experienced its worst storm in a century. Residents in Blackshear, GA, reported terrifying encounters with the storm, leading to severe home damage and ongoing struggles without power or running water. FEMA assistance has been made available for multiple counties in the affected areas, highlighting the extensive recovery efforts needed.