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Hurricane Helene Devastates Asheville, Leaving Over 200 Dead

As Asheville struggles with severe infrastructure damage, political tensions rise over federal disaster response.

  • Hurricane Helene, the deadliest U.S. storm since Katrina, has left Asheville, North Carolina, reeling with over 200 fatalities and widespread destruction.
  • The storm severely impacted Asheville's tourism industry, with many businesses destroyed and major attractions like the Blue Ridge Parkway closed indefinitely.
  • Thousands in Asheville remain without basic utilities such as water and power, complicating recovery efforts and daily life for residents.
  • Political tensions have escalated as Donald Trump spreads false claims about the federal response, while Kamala Harris and Joe Biden emphasize ongoing relief efforts.
  • Community efforts in Asheville are underway, with residents and organizations collaborating to distribute supplies and aid recovery.
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