The country has rallied around western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene left disaster-struck mountain towns and cities struggling to get the help and resources they need. As local teams have sprung to action,

Tropical Storm Helene's storm surge destroyed parts of North Carolina last week. Here's how to apply for FEMA assistance, without flood insurance.

As Hurricane Helene ripped through Asheville, the floodwaters created in its wake were swift in their destruction. In addition to the many homes completely destroyed during Helene, dozens of local small businesses were devastated by floodwaters — some will take weeks or months to recover,