Hurricane Helene took out critical infrastructure in western North Carolina, specifically water systems that were already under much strain.

Though they were seven hours away, their suffering felt like his own. He couldn’t bear the thought of watching his home swallowed by floodwaters, losing friends and family to a sudden disaster, or spending Thanksgiving alone,

Two months after Hurricane Helene brought devastating flooding to North Carolina, some residents still can't get home. Landslides triggered by the flooding may have even made it too dangerous to rebuild in some areas.

The flooding that devastated western North Carolina knocked out water systems, and some small towns still don't have water.

Residents across the area are still feeling the effects of the hurricane, with reports indicating its impact is widespread.

The Diocese of Charlotte, which encompasses the western portion of the state, has played a key role in helping the region return to normalcy.

Hurricane Helene left a path of destruction through western North Carolina but triad Christmas tree farmers are determined to keep the holiday tradition alive.