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When will Tropical Storm Erin become a hurricane? What to expect in North Carolina

Tropical Storm Erin is forecast to become a hurricane within the next 24 hours or so as it heads west-northwestward toward the continental U.S.

Helene hit nearly 11 months ago, but 'indirect' deaths could increase NC toll. Here's why.

Emergency responders, truck drivers and residents died months after the storm, but North Carolina's health agency attributes their deaths to Helene. Here's why.
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Program That Provides Assistance To Those Affected By Helene Exceeds 1,000 Applications

This week Renew NC surpassed 1,000 applications received, reaching a significant milestone for the state’s Single-Family ...

Where is Tropical Storm Erin expected to hit? Odds of another hurricane in Tennessee

East Tennessee is still recovering from Hurricane Helene. What are the odds another named storm could impact Tennessee?

Woman indicted for FEMA fraud after Hurricane Helene

Officials said a western North Carolina woman was indicted by a federal grand jury after a FEMA fraud investigation.The ...

Asheville Answers: Why hasn't Helene damage along Swannanoa River Road been cleared yet?

A readers wonders why it's taking so long to rebuild or demolish Helene-damaged buildings along Swannanoa River Road.

Helene-impacted North Carolina communities to benefit from new $409M grant from EPA

Towns across Western North Carolina could soon see long awaited water system upgrades after the EPA awarded North Carolina ...

Buncombe Co. Helene debris removal nears completion with 2.46 million cubic yards removed

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Buncombe County is nearing the completion of Helene debris removal, more than 10 months after ...

North Carolina investing $5 million into electric microgrids in western counties, officials say

Officials affiliated with the project said it will provide accessible power in the wake of any future disasters.