US, Oct. 2 -- U.S. President Biden ordered 1,000 troops to assist in an immediate response and recovery effort after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc on Western North Carolina and many other regions, causing severe damage to well-known tourist spots.
Hurricane Helene proved to be a fatal and devastating tropical cyclone, characterized by its rapid speed. It holds the record as the most powerful storm to impact the Big Bend area of Florida, causing immense destruction in various parts of the Southeastern United States. This cyclone marked the eighth named storm, the fifth hurricane, and the second major hurricane of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.
Aerial videos captured the extensive destruction, showcasing the transformation of familiar...