15 stories of hope, resilience and community after Helene's fury in Western North Carolina
September, 2024 - October, 2024
Stories of hope, help and community have emerged in the weeks since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina.
Hard-hit residents have showed remarkable resilience, such as the couple who adapted their wedding plans amid the chaos; the community that got creative to find water; the small town whose residents are feeding one another; and the woman whose only escape route was over the mountain.
Public figures such as YouTuber Cleetus McFarland, who rescued victims via helicopter, and organizations like World Central Kitchen, led by Chef José Andrés, have played pivotal roles in relief efforts. Pilots delivered supplies one trip at a time.
Residents who experienced no damage left their homes to lessen the burden on rescue workers.
As recovery progresses, the communities continue to rely on faith, local volunteers and external support to rebuild and restore normalcy.
Hard-hit residents have showed remarkable resilience, such as the couple who adapted their wedding plans amid the chaos; the community that got creative to find water; the small town whose residents are feeding one another; and the woman whose only escape route was over the mountain.
Public figures such as YouTuber Cleetus McFarland, who rescued victims via helicopter, and organizations like World Central Kitchen, led by Chef José Andrés, have played pivotal roles in relief efforts. Pilots delivered supplies one trip at a time.
Residents who experienced no damage left their homes to lessen the burden on rescue workers.
As recovery progresses, the communities continue to rely on faith, local volunteers and external support to rebuild and restore normalcy.
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