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First responders face obstacles in identifying Helene victims

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1 month ago

October 3, 2024

www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2024-10-03 08:25:14

SUMMARY: Search and rescue efforts continue in Western North Carolina following the tragedy caused by Hurricane Helen. Among the victims is 7-year-old Micah Dry, along with his grandparents, Nora and Michael Dry. As crews identify more victims, Sheriff Keith Stone reports that the process is painful and complex, with many homes damaged or missing. Families are urged to contact local authorities for welfare checks, especially if they cannot reach their loved ones due to poor cell coverage. The harrowing task of locating victims is intensified as floodwaters drift victims far from home, complicating identification efforts.

The first victims of Helene were identified Wednesday as two adults and a 7-year-old boy. Law enforcement said many families face several obstacles in identifying their loved ones.

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Counties fail to complete canvass; judicial race remains undecided | North Carolina

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4 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2024-11-15 18:15:00

SUMMARY: The North Carolina State Board of Elections announced that counties failing to meet the Friday 5 p.m. deadline for results would face no penalties. In a closely watched Supreme Court race, Republican Jefferson Griffin led incumbent Democrat Allison Riggs by 2,753 votes, with 13 counties still unofficial, including Wake County. Nineteen out of 100 counties hadn’t reported results by the deadline. Meanwhile, Republicans maintained a 71-49 majority in the House, with official victories for incumbents Tricia Cotham and Bryan Cohn. Riggs and other candidates may request recounts if the margins are within specific thresholds by Tuesday.

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Recovery efforts in western North Carolina continue after Hurricane Helene

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9 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2024-11-15 13:13:37

SUMMARY: Recovery efforts are ongoing in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helen, with significant damage reported on I-40. Richard Stradling from the News and Observer discussed the dramatic rescue of dozens of cars trapped on the highway when it began to collapse around noon on Friday, the 27th. Traffic was halted as the Pigeon River Gorge area was threatened, leading to quick action from local authorities and bystanders. Repairs are expected to take until spring 2026, with an estimated cost of around $1 billion. In the meantime, plans to utilize westbound lanes for two-way traffic are underway for early January.

News and Observer Reporter Richard Stradling talks with ABC11 about the efforts to rebuild I-40.

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Helene: Meeting before the session promises accountability | North Carolina

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9 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2024-11-15 12:31:00

SUMMARY: The North Carolina General Assembly’s subcommittee on hurricane response convened on Monday, focusing on recovery from past hurricanes and the ongoing challenges. The committee, led by Republicans, will hear testimony about funding for recovery operations, with the governor’s office seeking $175 million to continue efforts. Lawmakers have expressed concerns over past recovery inefficiencies and the allocation of resources. While Gov. Roy Cooper has proposed significant funding for recovery, Republicans emphasize fiscal responsibility. As recovery from Hurricane Helene continues, lawmakers are balancing aid for western North Carolina with other political priorities, including school choice and immigration policies.

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