Helene has highlighted the strength of our WNC community. Neighbors helped neighbors, volunteers supported each other, and local organizations stepped up to provide aid. Let’s channel this compassion into a collaborative rebuilding process that supports one another and builds a region better prepared for the future.

Heavy rain fell across parts of western North Carlina on Thursday for the first time since the devastating flooding event from Hurricane Helene and many continue to rebuild their homes.

When Hurricane Helene swept through Western North Carolina, it wiped out several gas stations. Now, as winter approaches, people need that gas to heat their homes.