North Carolina, Hurricane Helene

NCDOT sets new date for reopening I-40 in Western North Carolina after Helene
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pledges federal support to fully rebuild the highway through the Pigeon River Gorge between North Carolina and Tennessee.
Stretch of North Carolina interstate that collapsed during Helene to reopen next month
A section of Interstate 40 in western North Carolina that collapsed during Hurricane Helene’s historic flooding will reopen to traffic on March 1. Gov.
Wildfires erupt near North Carolina towns ravaged by Hurricane Helene
As of Thursday morning, the Crooked Creek Fire in McDowell County has burned an estimated 250 acres and is now 55% contained.
I-40 in North Carolina to reopen in March, nearly 6 months after Hurricane Helene
Interstate 40 is set to reopen March 1, nearly six months after Hurricane Helene washed out parts of the highway in North Carolina and Tennessee with flooding and debris.
North Carolina officials make urgent request to lawmakers on Helene and other hurricanes
North Carolina officials charged with leading recovery efforts in western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene have told state lawmakers that they need more money.
Part of I-40 opening near North Carolina-Tennessee line by March, Stein says
Stein said one lane of I-40 will reopen in each direction near the Tennessee-North Carolina state line, although I-40 will remain a construction zone, writing on X: "We will reope
North Carolina residents infuriated by FEMA money going to migrants as hurricane victims remain homeless
North Carolina residents Matt Van Swol and Erin Derham blasted FEMA over reports that millions funded housing for illegal ...
Mules that helped deliver Hurricane Helene disaster relief killed in tragic crash
A North Carolina community is mourning the loss of three mules who played a vital role following Hurricane Helene.
North Carolina State Auditor's Office launches online Helene Recovery Dashboard
The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor launched the Helene Recovery Dashboard on Feb. 11, according to a news release ...
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North Carolina State Auditor's Office Unveils "Helene Recovery Dashboard" for Enhanced Transparency in Storm Aftermath
The NC Auditor's Office launched the Helene Recovery Dashboard, providing a detailed view of ongoing disaster recovery ...
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A community was hit hard by Hurricane Helene. They are now dealing with raging wildfires.
North Carolina's McDowell County, still recovering from the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, is facing yet another natural disaster in the form of wildfires. Old Fort, a town of roughly ...
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Hurricane Helene destroyed their local bridge, but residents must pay for its replacement
The hurricane destroyed the original bridges ... "We're last on the list for everything," Matthews said. Across North Carolina, Helene damaged more than 7,000 private bridges, roads and culverts ...
Carolina Panthers donate $20,000 to Fletcher school devastated by Hurricane Helene
The Carolina Panthers are giving $20,000 to a school in Fletcher, N.C., which suffered damages from Hurricane Helene.
North Carolinians perplexed by unexpected DMV refunds tied to Hurricane Helene relief
Executive Order 323 allowed the NC DMV to suspend various late fees and ease certain requirements for residents and ...