Asheville, North Carolina, and surrounding areas have been severely impacted by devastating flooding as a result of Hurricane Helene. The historic Biltmore Village was submerged in several feet of water, causing significant destruction and loss for residents and businesses. The French Broad River flooded its banks, leading to widespread damage in the River Arts District. The community of Asheville, with a population of 95,000, has been hit hard by the effects of the storm.
Residents expressed concerns about the impact of climate change, attributing the severe flooding to changing weather patterns. President Joe Biden has approved emergency declarations for several states in the southeast that were affected by the hurricane, including Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, Tennessee, and South Carolina. Federal assistance will be provided to help with recovery efforts, including deploying personnel for search and rescue operations, medical assistance, and power restoration.
Hurricane Helene left a trail of destruction, with at least 42 confirmed deaths and millions of customers without power in multiple states. A dangerous rescue operation took place in eastern Tennessee to evacuate more than 50 people who were stranded due to rapidly rising water levels. The storm has been downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone but continues to have a significant impact on the region. Biden’s response includes providing aid to those affected by the storm and taking action to address the immediate aftermath of the disaster.
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