Washington County Sheriff Keith Sexton says first responders are still coping with a feeling of helplessness they experienced as floodwaters swept through local communities on Sept. 27.

As Friday wore on, the 911 center became overwhelmed with calls — first downed trees and downed power lines, then rising water submerging vehicles, then high water flooding homes, trees crashing onto ...

When Duke Energy opened four floodgates at Cowans Ford Dam last fall, it made headlines. On that September day, water surged ...

Aaron Dale, director of the regulated renewables operating center, states, “Forecasting is not an exact science; it’s difficult to predict where the water will end up.” This was in response ...

As soon as she could, Kelly White started looking for her cousin, Alena Ayers, who disappeared during Helene’s floods six months ago ... who survived — when the home was carried off by the flood. For ...

Dry conditions, wind and trees downed by Hurricane Helene fueled wildfires in North Carolina and South Carolina, where evacuation orders were in effect Tuesday. Many people in the area are still ...

That’s exactly what happened after Helene. With rainwater pouring into the system from the storm’s aftermath, Duke Energy had to open floodgates at Cowans Ford Dam to prevent water from overtopping ...

Swollen rivers flood towns in US South after heavy rain and storms killed at least 18 people Panic Monday: Wall Street follows global markets sharply lower as Trump doubles down on tariffs Today ...

Zillicoah Beer Company, located in Woodfin, was severely damaged by Tropical Storm Helene in September 2024. The community has rallied around Zillicoah, raising over $116,000 to support the ...

Zillicoah Beer Company, located in Woodfin, was severely damaged by Tropical Storm Helene in September 2024. The community has rallied around Zillicoah, raising over $116,000 to support the brewery's ...