The historic village of Biltmore Village in Asheville, North Carolina has been severely impacted by devastating flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. Water levels reached several feet high, with debris floating in the floodwaters. Residents expressed shock at the level of destruction and loss caused by the flooding. The French Broad River also rose above its banks in the River Arts District, further adding to the damage in the area.
Residents of Asheville expressed concern about the impacts of climate change, with many attributing the severity of the flooding to changing weather patterns. Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation throughout the southern U.S., with at least 42 people confirmed dead and millions left without power in several states. President Joe Biden has approved emergency declaration requests from affected states and deployed federal personnel to assist with rescue and recovery efforts.
In Asheville, the storm caused a tree to fall on a road, blocking travel to West Asheville. The region has been severely impacted by the storm, with businesses, homes, and infrastructure suffering significant damage. Federal assistance is being provided to Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, Tennessee, and South Carolina to aid in the recovery efforts. The storm serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address climate change and its devastating effects on communities.
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