North Carolina flooding, deaths confirmed: Helene aftermath & recovery in Asheville

Gov. Roy Cooper announced in a release that rescue and recovery operations are continuing to take place in Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

"The catastrophic devastation to Western North Carolina is like nothing we have ever seen. Emergency responders are working around the clock coordinating rescues and getting resources to help people with their immediate needs as they work to save lives," Gov. Cooper said via the release.

Gov. Cooper said that as of 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, a confirmed 10 North Carolina residents have lost their lives due to Hurricane Helene. Since Thursday, Sept. 26, swift water and helicopter rescue crews have rescued over 200 people.

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[UnknownAdventurer]

I've lived in Florida my entire life and been through countless hurricanes and I have never seen devastation like this. I am shocked at some of the footage I have seen. 1000 people not accounted for in North Carolina. That's a truly sad day. My prayers are with NC and it's residents .😢

[Enonymouse_]

People in my area own chainsaws for stuff like this, we clear roads faster than the county.

[shannimarie]

Thank you. I live in NC and can't find any coverage that is over a minute or 2 long.

[karenbaker]

Even with pictures and videos it is hard to wrap my mind around the devastation so many of you are dealing with. God keep you all strong and safe. God bless. 🙏🙏🙏

[shirleytruett]

Thank GOD we still have a few people in America that puts people BEFORE MONEY. I pray GOD will keep blessing this man for opening his restaurant to feed the people .❤❤❤❤

[please-wake-up-now]

It's heartbreaking to see so many struggling right now. Makes you realize how we all need to come together, not just during crises but always. Kindness goes a long way! 💔✨

[tofuluvrr]

We almost bought property in Asheville last year. After realizing there were ZERO building regulations to ensure proper buffer zones regarding landslides and flooding risks, we decided to invest our money in Virginia instead. The realtors thought we were paranoid. Just wow. I wish all the victims of this terrible storm a speedy recovery and may those who lost their lives rest in peace 🙏

[mnamber]

You know, WNC is more than just Asheville/Buncombe county. There’re so many more people hurting.

[DarrylSparlin]

So sad. Prayers for all that are going through this horrible situation.

[susantaylor]

Please get help keep lineman have place sleep hot meals for .please remember that lineman have families that love them .i have two grandsons that lineman on two crew's.

[Mary-iomb]

Very heartwarming to see the Indian restaurant owner stepping up. ❤.
🙏🏿 for all those impacted by this storm.

[grateful]

We are not exempt from catastrophic events. Never know what tomorrow holds.

[waynewells]

My heart goes out to the folks in western NC. Was just in Boone recently and was impressed by the people and natural beauty of this special region. Stay strong, mountain folk, and God Bless you all!

[scofah]

Kudos to India Aroma Bistro in Hendersonville. Thank you for feeding those in need ❤

[stevenporter]

I just drove through this area and you just can’t imagine how bad it is

[jimgomez]

After going through this in the last 2 years in vermont, a word of advice? Dont wait for the goverment to show an help! You guys have equipment etc etc get out there an have at it an help your neibores out!

[jaynehall]

God bless you for all you do, and prayers for all of you emergency workers

[RziePzey]

My family used to vacation every year in Burnsville since I was born, it felt like a true home and seeing it devastated hurts so much, I can't imagine how devastating it is for everyone living there now...

[ThomasBranson-yvub]

We haven't heard from my sister and niece since the storm. They live in Asheville.

[annagonzales]

Thank god for the infrastructure bill and money set aside for states! My god! Thank goodness for all the national guard that will be mobilized. Thank god for federal funding that will come through this is what our taxes should go to! I’m sorry what you have lost but I hope you have smooth recoveries!