Hurricane #Helenes #Devastation in North #Carolina: #Satellite Images #Reveal #Catastrophic #Damage

A week after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, satellite images are now revealing the extent of the destruction. The powerful storm brought torrential rains, causing severe flooding and massive damage across the region. In Asheville, over 75 missing person cases are still being actively worked by police. The death toll has risen to 225 and is expected to climb as rescue operations continue. Many roads remain inaccessible, making it difficult to reach the hardest-hit areas, such as Old Fort and Spruce Pine. Satellite imagery shows entire homes washed away, streets submerged, and large areas covered in mud and debris. Essential services, such as power and water, are still being restored in many regions. President Biden has pledged federal aid to cover all debris removal and emergency costs for six months, providing crucial support to recovery efforts. The aftermath of Hurricane Helene will take years to rebuild, but the resilience of the communities in North Carolina remai