Hurricane Helene has caused catastrophic damage across the Southeast United States, with over 160 fatalities reported and hundreds of people still missing. President Biden and FEMA are actively involved in recovery efforts, with 1,200 FEMA personnel deployed in North Carolina alone. The storm's impact extends to animals, with dozens of rescued pets transported to shelters in Massachusetts. Local communities are working tirelessly to restore essential services and provide aid, but the recovery process is expected to take years. Research indicates that the long-term death toll from such tropical storms can be significantly higher than initial counts, with health impacts lasting up to 15 years.