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October 15, 2024 at 12:11 AM
Man arrested for allegedly threatening FEMA workers helping Hurricane Helene victims
Authorities arrested 44-year-old William Parsons this weekend, accusing him of threatening to harm FEMA workers. They claimed he had a handgun and rifle at the time of his arrest.
October 15, 2024 at 12:11 AM
October 14, 2024 at 10:29 PM
Arrest made in connection with FEMA threats in North Carolina
An armed man was arrested for allegedly threatening to harm FEMA workers in North Carolina, officials say.
October 14, 2024 at 10:29 PM
October 14, 2024 at 9:36 PM
FEMA workers face threats of violence
Former FEMA administrator Pete Gaynor discusses the alarming harassment marring relief efforts in the wake of Helene and Milton.
October 14, 2024 at 9:36 PM
October 14, 2024 at 7:16 PM
'It's impacting everybody': Florida mayor on hurricane cleanup
Sarasota Mayor Liz Alpert talks about ongoing cleanup efforts after Florida was hit by back to back hurricanes.
October 14, 2024 at 7:16 PM
October 14, 2024 at 4:17 PM
Floridians 'gearing up' for rebuilding in wake of Helene, Milton
Pinellas County Public Information Officer Josh Boatwright says the cost of rebuilding efforts will be "enormous."
October 14, 2024 at 4:17 PM
October 14, 2024 at 1:10 PM
Harris helps pack aid boxes for NC hurricane victims ahead of campaign push
Vice President Kamala Harris helped pack diapers on Saturday for North Carolina hurricane victims
October 14, 2024 at 1:10 PM
October 14, 2024 at 11:37 AM
Biden tours hurricane-hit Florida, announces $612M in resiliency projects for state
President Joe Biden is touring Florida areas ravaged by the back-to-back hurricanes and to announce funding for projects that strengthen the electrical grid.
October 14, 2024 at 11:37 AM
October 14, 2024 at 10:25 AM
President Biden gets first-hand look at storm destruction
President Joe Biden announced more than $600 million in funding to aid Florida and other states in the Southeast on the road to recovery.
October 14, 2024 at 10:25 AM
October 14, 2024 at 1:24 AM
Vice President Harris calls out hurricane misinformation
Harris visited areas in North Carolina hit by Hurricane Helene. Former President Trump is campaigning in Arizona, talking about the possibility of deploying U.S. troops domestically.
October 14, 2024 at 1:24 AM
October 13, 2024 at 4:19 PM
T-Mobile executive explains Starlink deal to help hurricane recovery
Jon Freier, president of T-Mobile's U.S. Consumer Group, discusses efforts to maintain service during and after storms.
October 13, 2024 at 4:19 PM
October 13, 2024 at 3:10 PM
Volunteers bring solar power to Hurricane Helene's disaster zone
Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Helene downed power lines and washed out roads all over North Carolina’s mountains, the roar of gas-powered generators is both unpleasant and essential
October 13, 2024 at 3:10 PM
October 13, 2024 at 2:01 PM
Key medical supply shortages following Hurricane Helene compromise hospitals
ABC News' Ike Ejiochi reports on the ripple effects Hurricane Helene had on the national healthcare system and the shortages of important medical supplies, including IV fluids.
October 13, 2024 at 2:01 PM
October 13, 2024 at 3:47 AM
North Carolina couple discusses road to recovery after Hurricane Helene
North Carolina couple Ciara and Jacob Painter join to discuss the road to recovery after Hurricane Helene tore through the western corner of the state.
October 13, 2024 at 3:47 AM
October 11, 2024 at 8:46 PM
North Carolina pastor shares hope after Hurricane Helene
North Carolina pastor Eric Williamson from First Baptist Church Hendersonville has become a lifeline to his community, serving others and offering hope during this time.
October 11, 2024 at 8:46 PM
October 11, 2024 at 8:25 PM
Kevin Costner and Modern West release new song to support hurricane relief efforts
Kevin Costner releases new song with his Modern West band to support hurricane relief efforts.
October 11, 2024 at 8:25 PM
October 11, 2024 at 4:26 PM
How a nonprofit is helping people displaced by Hurricanes Milton, Helene
Christoph Gorder is executive director of Airbnb.org, an organization that secures temporary stays for people in the wake of disasters.
October 11, 2024 at 4:26 PM
October 11, 2024 at 3:48 PM
Biden joins growing calls for Congress to return to pass certain hurricane relief
President Joe Biden joined the growing calls to reconvene Congress in the wake of the devastation in the south by back-to-back hurricanes as funding reached dire levels.
October 11, 2024 at 3:48 PM
October 11, 2024 at 2:46 PM
Woman rescued after being trapped for days due to Helene says situation is still dire
Olivia Cooner says it's important for people to continue helping months from now.
October 11, 2024 at 2:46 PM
October 10, 2024 at 7:47 PM
Republicans in storm states face 'balancing act' on response so close to election
Republicans are walking a tightrope as they work with a Democratic White House to help states recover from election-time, back-to-back hurricanes while managing optics.
October 10, 2024 at 7:47 PM
October 10, 2024 at 7:19 PM
Helene, Milton floodwaters bring dangerous health risks, experts say
Florida health officials issued an alert about a bacteria known as vibrio.
October 10, 2024 at 7:19 PM
October 10, 2024 at 6:31 PM
Former FEMA director on online falsehoods: 'They are trying to be the story'
Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate spoke to ABC News on how false information is taking attention away from the hurricane survivors who have lost everything.
October 10, 2024 at 6:31 PM
October 10, 2024 at 7:01 AM
Why Hurricane Milton may be putting some Floridians' mental health at risk
Those Floridians bracing for Hurricane Milton so soon after Hurricane Helene face a heavy mental health toll and a risk of anxiety and depression, experts said.
October 10, 2024 at 7:01 AM
October 10, 2024 at 12:22 AM
North Carolina lawmakers pass $273M Helene relief bill
North Carolina legislators have approved an initial $273 million relief package to help address Hurricane Helene’s devastation and recovery in the mountains
October 10, 2024 at 12:22 AM
October 9, 2024 at 9:24 PM
NC officials say politicians are suggesting measures already passed to ensure vote
A North Carolina official said they have adopted "many of the suggestions that national political figures are now suggesting" to ensure the Nov. 5 election occurs.
October 9, 2024 at 9:24 PM
October 9, 2024 at 8:06 PM
Liberty University takes action in wake of Hurricane Helene
The president of Liberty University and a student attending the university discuss ongoing Hurricane Helene relief efforts.
October 9, 2024 at 8:06 PM
October 9, 2024 at 7:09 PM
11 people from same family killed by mudslide caused Hurricane Helene
A community in Fairview, North Carolina, known as Craigtown, was destroyed in a devastating mudslide.
October 9, 2024 at 7:09 PM
October 9, 2024 at 6:59 PM
Man loses 11 family members in Hurricane Helene: Report
Jesse Craig of Fairview, North Carolina, says he lost 11 members of his family following Hurricane Helene.
October 9, 2024 at 6:59 PM
October 9, 2024 at 4:29 PM
Milton, Helene offer ‘challenging’ obstacles: Emergency official
Keith Watts, interim chief of St. Petersburg Fire Rescue, discusses the “unprecedented event” of dealing with back-to-back hurricanes.
October 9, 2024 at 4:29 PM
October 9, 2024 at 3:19 PM
What to know about storm surge as Milton nears Florida
Storm surge is a major threat from Hurricane Milton, which is set to make landfall on Florida's west coast as a Category 4 hurricane Wednesday night.
October 9, 2024 at 3:19 PM
October 8, 2024 at 9:28 PM
Recovery efforts underway in Georgia following Hurricane Helene
Eva Pilgrim is in Georgia, speaking with local residents who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene.
October 8, 2024 at 9:28 PM
October 8, 2024 at 9:11 PM
Community rallies to raise money for those affected by Hurricane Helene
Eva Pilgrim is in Georgia, meeting with local residents who are working to raise money for those impacted by Hurricane Helene.
October 8, 2024 at 9:11 PM
October 8, 2024 at 8:54 PM
Ahead of election, experts warn hurricane misinformation is 'just the beginning'
False claims about hurricane relief efforts spread by Donald Trump and Elon Musk have raised concerns about the spread of misinformation during the upcoming election.
October 8, 2024 at 8:54 PM
October 8, 2024 at 8:25 PM
Vice President Harris on federal response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Harris reacts to former President Donald Trump pushing false claims about the government's response to Hurricane Helene on "The View."
October 8, 2024 at 8:25 PM
October 8, 2024 at 6:27 PM
Hurricane Helene recovery updates from North Carolina family
Jacob Painter and his family saw their home nearly destroyed by Hurricane Helene.
October 8, 2024 at 6:27 PM
October 8, 2024 at 6:04 PM
How climate change is making Florida's Big Bend more vulnerable to tropical threats
Hurricane Helene is heading straight for one of the regions most vulnerable to the impact of hurricanes: Florida's Big Bend.
October 8, 2024 at 6:04 PM
October 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM
'Southeast Strong': Recovery efforts underway in Augusta, Georgia
Communities are coming together, and organizations like Caring for Others are distributing food and supplies across Georgia and the Southeast in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
October 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM
October 8, 2024 at 4:34 PM
Hurricane Helene by the numbers: Catastrophic destruction covers 400 miles
Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida's Big Bend region as a major Category 4 storm.
October 8, 2024 at 4:34 PM
October 8, 2024 at 4:31 PM
Helene’s impact on North Carolina is ‘truly devastating’: Nonprofit head
Jessica Thompson, CEO of All Hands and Hearts, says people affected by the hurricane will need help “for years to come.”
October 8, 2024 at 4:31 PM
October 8, 2024 at 4:31 PM
The impact of FEMA misinformation on relief efforts
ABC News’ Emmanuelle Saliba on how to avoid misinformation in emergency situations.
October 8, 2024 at 4:31 PM
October 8, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Luke Combs and Eric Church talk efforts to help after Hurricane Helene
The country superstars, along with Grammy winners James Taylor and Billy Strings, announced their "Concert for Carolina" benefit.
October 8, 2024 at 3:30 PM
October 8, 2024 at 3:25 PM
Helene will not derail presidential election: Officials
Georgia and North Carolina election officials said Monday that the presidential election in November will not be derailed by the damage left by Hurricane Helene.
October 8, 2024 at 3:25 PM
October 8, 2024 at 3:26 PM
'Southeast Strong': Fire station, community feeds first responders in Nashville, GA
A fire station in Nashville, Georgia, became a makeshift meal center serving all the first responders working in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
October 8, 2024 at 3:26 PM
October 8, 2024 at 3:22 PM
Luke Combs, Eric Church talk Hurricane Helene relief concert
Luke Combs and Eric Church talk headlining the "Concert For Carolina," which benefits victims of Hurricane Helene.
October 8, 2024 at 3:22 PM
October 8, 2024 at 2:53 PM
Carolina Panthers deliver supplies to hard-hit areas after Helene
The Panthers teamed up with Second Harvest Food Bank to help bring much needed supplies to ship to hard-hit areas.
October 8, 2024 at 2:53 PM
October 8, 2024 at 1:32 PM
How to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene
Charities and organizations have set up donation pages and other ways to help with local relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
October 8, 2024 at 1:32 PM
October 8, 2024 at 9:05 AM
Rival marching bands team up to honor Hurricane Helene victims
The bands from North Carolina State and Wake Forest University joined forces on Saturday for a heartfelt rendition of "Amazing Grace" in tribute to those affected by September's storm.
October 8, 2024 at 9:05 AM
October 8, 2024 at 9:04 AM
Misinformation complicates Hurricane Helene recovery efforts
FEMA and the White House pushed back on former President Donald Trump's false claim that disaster relief money was spent on migrants. Those funds are separate from migrant response programs.
October 8, 2024 at 9:04 AM
October 8, 2024 at 3:02 AM
Home insurers argue for a 42% average rate hike in North Carolina
A hearing has started in North Carolina over the insurance industry's request to raise homeowner premium rates by more than 42% on average
October 8, 2024 at 3:02 AM
October 8, 2024 at 12:09 AM
WH calls Trump claim FEMA disaster relief money spent on migrants 'absolutely false'
DHS pushed back on his claim FEMA has no funds left for recovery efforts.
October 8, 2024 at 12:09 AM
October 7, 2024 at 11:20 PM
A look at the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina
North Carolina resident and small business owner Josh Copus talks Hurricane Helene’s aftermath and the relief efforts in his community.
October 7, 2024 at 11:20 PM