Residents in Bakersville, N.C., are grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which left the mountainous region in Mitchell County devastated. The storm caused extensive damage, with thousands of trees uprooted, buildings flooded, and roads submerged. Many homes were destroyed, leaving residents like Diane Douglas facing uncertain futures without flood insurance. The rebuilding effort has been fueled by community members who have come together to clear roads and help with repairs.
Throughout western North Carolina, including in Asheville and Black Mountain, the destruction caused by the hurricane is evident, with homes lifted and discarded into creeks, and roads rendered undrivable. The death toll from Hurricane Helene has reached at least 223 people across the Southeast, with many still unaccounted for.
Residents like Dylan Shook and Ignacio Espino are facing challenges with damaged roads and homes, forcing them to find alternative ways to access their properties. The devastation caused by the hurricane has had a profound impact on the community, leaving many in shock and struggling to come to terms with the extent of the destruction. Despite the challenges, residents are coming together to support each other and begin the long process of rebuilding their lives and their community.
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