Biltmore Estate reopens month after Helene's devastation: 'Signal of Hope'
The Biltmore Estate experienced extensive flooding and damage at its entrance when Helene dropped nearly 30 inches of rain - about four months' worth - in three days.
Western North Carolina white-water rafters raced against time to save people from Helene’s flooding
Owners and rafters of French Broad Adventures are also the swift-water rescue team at the Walnut Volunteer Fire Department. The Hampton family spent 15 days on the river rescuing people after Helene's deadly flooding.
Linemen spent weeks away from home responding to Helene, Milton
Linemen crews responded to back-to-back storms, restoring power in extreme conditions with communication outages, while being away from their families back home.
Asheville students return to school one month after Helene devastated city
One month after floods from Hurricane Helene devastated Asheville, North Carolina, nearly 4,000 students there returned to the classroom this week.
Hurricane Helene forces North Carolina residents to sleep in tents where homes once stood
Nearly a month after Hurricane Helene struck western North Carolina, locals are sleeping in tents where homes once stood, and volunteers from across the U.S. are helping.
Hurricane Oscar makes second landfall in Cuba on Sunday after slamming Bahamas as Category 1
Hurricane Oscar maintained Category 1 strength as the small hurricane made a second landfall in Cuba Sunday evening.
Biltmore Estate announces reopening date after Helene forced closure
Biltmore Estate, one of North Carolina's most popular tourist attractions, will reopen soon, weeks after Tropical Storm Helene devastated Asheville and surrounding areas.
Hurricane season is nearing the endgame, but what can we expect in its final weeks?
Despite an average number of storms so far, this season has the potential to rank among the top four destructive in U.S. history. But hurricane season still has about six weeks left -- what more can we expect?
Family that lost 11 in Hurricane Helene mudslides says community sacrificed 'life and limb' to save each other
The Craig family has lived in a North Carolina community, dubbed 'Craigtown' by locals, for 80 years.
More than 90 people still missing in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene
As North Carolina continues to grapple with the devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene, at least 92 people are still missing.
SBA halts disaster loans after Hurricanes Helene, Milton as funding runs dry
The Small Business Administration has paused new disaster loans due to a funding shortfall caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, delaying aid for small businesses, homeowners, and renters. FEMA aid remains available.
North Carolina Christmas tree industry recovers from Helene as hope for holiday supply remains strong
Helene was a devastating storm that spared no region of North Carolina, including the state's Christmas tree industry – the second-largest in the U.S.
Hurricane Milton impacts already-struggling Florida citrus industry
Federal data shows Florida’s citrus crop was struggling before Hurricane Milton, with the damage expected to further exacerbate the challenges that growers now face.
Hurricane Milton latest: Biden visits Florida to survey damage
President Biden visited Florida Sunday after Hurricane Milton slammed into the state as a Category 3 storm.
Biltmore Estate staff, guests host impromptu wedding for couple during Helene
After a couple's dream wedding at the iconic Biltmore Estate was canceled because of Helene, staff and hotel guests came together to save the big day.
Nearly 200 miles of historic Blue Ridge Parkway reopens in Appalachia following Helene
Rangers warn visitors should use extreme caution if they venture off the parkway, as assessments of the many trails have not been completed.
If your flood insurance lapsed and then you were impacted by Helene, you may be able to renew it
The Federal Emergency Management Agency says certain policyholders in states affected by Hurricane Helene whose policies lapsed now have an extended deadline to renew their coverage. Here's what you need to know.
After backlash, Elon Musk's Starlink extends free service for hurricane victims through 2024
After facing backlash over fees, SpaceX is improving its Starlink offer for hurricane victims by extending free service through the end of 2024 to help with recovery efforts.
Hurricane Milton: Death toll rises as Florida recovers from damage
After Hurricane Milton, power and other utilities continued to slowly be restored across Florida on Friday. Here's what to know.
Kevin O'Leary argues recent hurricanes won't stop people from moving to Florida
Despite the destruction caused by Hurricanes Milton and Helene, Florida's housing market remains resilient, says Kevin O'Leary. Meanwhile, homeowners are facing surging insurance costs, with state officials estimating $20 billion in insured losses.