Isolated from the world, Asheville residents scavenge for food amid Helene floods
The flooding along the Swannanoa River has left communities decimated as residents are forced to scavenge for food and water as grocery stores close.
Asheville has been isolated by flooding. The latest on power, cell and more
Tropical Storm Helene swept through the region Sept. 27, causing massive power outages, dam and reservoir breaches and widespread flooding.
Asheville resident without power, cell service after Helene
Flooding from Hurricane Helene wrecked roads and knocked out power and cell service in Asheville, N.C., on Sept. 27.
Asheville residents took in neighbors as they watched Helene floods lift cars, buildings
Swannanoa River Road in Asheville appeared destroyed as asphalt was strewn across South Tunnel Road. A trio took in neighbors as homes were destroyed.
Flood damage, power issues continue in Asheville 3 days after Helene
Monday morning, thousands in western North Carolina are without power, cell serive and drinking water. At least 30 people, including two sheriff's deputies, have been killed in Buncombe County because of flooding from Helene.
Plastic Hippo Floats Down Helene Floodwaters in Asheville
A plastic hippo was seen among debris floating along floodwaters in Asheville, North Carolina, on Friday, September 27, as Hurricane Helene wrecked havoc. Footage captured by Lindsay Barrasse shows onlookers’ amused reaction to seeing the hippo gliding along.
‘Completely and entirely erased’: How Helene swallowed one mountain town
A thick layer of mud covered the town, leaving many roads impassible and many homes and businesses buried, like some ...
Help The N&O document the aftermath and damage of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina
This is a historic moment. Help us document the stories of people and places impacted by Hurricane Helene in our state by ...
Western North Carolina communities hope for ‘some sort of lifeline’ after Helene damage
The situation is dire. Many North Carolina communities haven’t had fresh water, internet or cell service for multiple days.
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Western NC deputy's body found day after truck found in Swannanoa River
MACON COUNTY, N.C. (WTVD) -- A sheriff's office in western North Carolina is mourning the loss of a deputy killed in a ...
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As floods subside, uncertainty rises in western NC
In Black Mountain, east of Asheville, residents encounter blocked roads, short supplies and unimaginable damage; ‘I have ...
Tropical Storm Helene: Mandatory evacuation order for areas along Swannanoa River
Buncombe County has issued a mandatory evacuation order for residents along the Swannanoa River from the North Fork Reservoir ...
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Western North Carolina live updates: Water distribution sites open in Asheville, Buncombe County
Relief efforts continue in Asheville and Western North Carolina following the devastation caused by Tropical Storm Helene. Check back for updates.
North Carolina River Breaks 230 Year Old Record During Hurricane Helene
"Record Flood Stage. This stage last occurred in April of 1791 according to Tennessee Valley Authority records. Catastrophic ...
Evacuations ordered for Swannanoa River valley area in Buncombe Co.
A mandatory evacuation has been put in place for anyone in the Swannanoa River valley in Asheville due to flooding.
River levels in WNC: Flooding recorded at French Broad, Swannanoa; rivers still rising
Evacuation orders have been issued for several areas near flooded rivers in Buncombe County and surrounding areas, as record ...
County leaders urge residents to self-evacuate some areas along French Broad, Swannanoa
Buncombe County held a press conference on Thursday morning to discuss preparations for Helene and the precautions they're ...
See photos and video from Helene’s devastation in the mountains of western NC
Waynesville firefighters search a car that was pinned by debris under a bridge on Richland Creek in Waynesville on Friday, ...