Biden deploys 1,000 soldiers as Helene death toll rises to 175
At least 175 people are now known to have been killed by Hurricane Helene, one of the deadliest storms to hit the US in recent times. Hundreds of others remain missing, with search and rescue teams struggling to reach remote areas. Aid deliveries have been made by airdrops and mules. The US government has said the clear-up effort could take years.