Asheville, North Carolina, a historic village, has been devastated by flooding damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The French Broad River overflowed, causing water levels to rise several feet high in the renowned Biltmore Village. Residents expressed shock and sadness over the catastrophic flooding, with one person attributing the destruction to climate change.
Hurricane Helene made landfall in Georgia, causing extensive damage throughout the southern U.S. At least 42 people are confirmed dead, and millions are without power in several states. In Tennessee, 50 people were stranded at a hospital due to flooding and high winds during a failed rescue operation.
President Joe Biden has approved emergency declarations for affected states and deployed federal personnel, including search and rescue teams, medical teams, and power restoration teams. Assistance will be provided to Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, Tennessee, and South Carolina, which all experienced the impacts of the hurricane.
The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address climate change, as its impacts affect everyone. The destruction in Asheville and other areas underscores the importance of taking action to mitigate the effects of extreme weather events in the future.
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