Tens of Thousands in North Carolina Still Without Water after Hurricane Helene

North Carolina, The Gulf Observer: Tens of thousands of North Carolina residents remain without running water as of Wednesday, six days after Hurricane Helene ravaged parts of the U.S. Southeast, NHC reports. The powerful storm, which made landfall in Florida before moving north, has left a trail of destruction across the region, claiming more than 180 lives.

In North Carolina, catastrophic flooding caused by the hurricane has severely impacted infrastructure, destroying water pipes, damaging treatment plants, and leaving large areas without power. Authorities are working around the clock to restore essential services, but recovery efforts are expected to take time due to the extensive damage.

Hurricane Helene’s impact has been felt widely, with communities across the state facing prolonged disruptions in water supply and electricity. Local officials are urging residents to conserve water and remain patient as repair efforts continue in the aftermath of one of the deadliest storms to hit the region in recent years.