Investigators probe Tennessee plastics factory after deaths during Helene flooding

Tennessee state authorities are investigating the company behind a plastics factory where 11 workers were swept away in Hurricane Helene floodwaters. Two died, and five are still missing.

Hundreds of US troops battle devastation caused by 'biblical' Helene floods

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said Helene has caused unprecedented devastation across the western portion of the state. He emphasized the scale of the recovery ahead, stating: "This will be a long and difficult recovery."

Many remain missing in wake of Helene as death toll rises
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Widespread devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene came to light Monday across the South, revealing a wasteland of splintered houses, crushed cargo containers and mud-covered highways in one of the worst storms in U.S. history. The death toll topped 130. LiveNOW from FOX host Josh Breslow spoke to Lillian Govus with Buncombe County, NC (Asheville) on impacts in her area.

Viral meteorologist tracks Helene's aftermath
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Widespread devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene came to light Monday across the South, revealing a wasteland of splintered houses, crushed cargo containers and mud-covered highways in one of the worst storms in U.S. history. The death toll topped 130. LiveNOW from FOX host Josh Breslow spoke to viral meteorologist Ethan Clark on what he's seen so far.

North Carolina church helping victims of Helene
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Pastor Zeb Cook is the lead pastor for Apex Baptist Church in Apex, North Carolina. His church is doing everything it can to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene across the state. Cook spoke with LiveNOW from FOX's Josh Breslow about his efforts.

Helene among deadliest U.S. hurricanes since 2000
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Former FEMA official Mark Neveau joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to explain what goes into recovery efforts from a hurricane of Helene's magnitude.

Watch: Stunning 'Comet of the Century' dazzles as it soars past Earth
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Astronomers report that Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS reached its closest point to the Sun on Sept. 27, putting on a spectacular display. The comet will make its way back near Earth, offering another chance to witness this celestial event around Oct. 12.

Join the effort: How you can help Hurricane Helene's devastated communities

Relief efforts are underway, with government agencies and aid organizations like the American Red Cross, Samaritan's Purse, and the Salvation Army providing assistance.

NOAA orders next generation of hurricane hunter aircraft

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced recently it awarded a contract to Georgia-based Lockheed Martin Aeronautics for two specialized C-130J Hercules aircraft. The planes are expected to join NOAA’s fleet by 2030.

Helene aftermath latest: At least 120 dead, NC communities still isolated

Helene left a trail of widespread damage across the U.S. Southeast, killing at least 120 people and hundreds of others still unaccounted for.

Asheville residents battling 'apocalyptic' aftermath of Hurricane Helene after deadly flooding, landslides

One Asheville, North Carolina resident sounded the alarm as his community battles the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, detailing the "apocalyptic weekend" as the death toll continues to rise while millions are left without power and water. 

Tropical Storm Kirk forms, forecast to become large, powerful hurricane this week: NHC

Tropical Storm Kirk (formerly Tropical Depression 12) formed over the Atlantic Ocean Monday morning and is forecast to become a "large and powerful hurricane" later this week, the National Hurricane Center said.

East Tennessee K-9 officer lost in Helene's historic floods found among dead

An East Tennessee police department is grieving the tragic loss of a K-9 officer who was swept away by the devastating flash floods that ravaged the region in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

Biden, Harris and Trump to visit Helene-ravaged communities

President Biden said Monday the federal government will be with survivors and others affected by Helene for “as long as it takes.”

Biden remarks on Hurricane Helene federal response
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President Biden held a press conference on Monday where he discussed the federal response to Hurricane Helene. Biden says he will visit Hurricane Helene-impacted areas this week as long as it does not disrupt rescue and recovery operations.

"Unimaginable and horrific disaster" in N. Carolina
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Epic and historic flooding has overtaken the western portion of North Carolina, downing power and cell phone access. North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper declared Helene to be one of the "worst storms in modern history." The North Carolina Department of Transportation is urging people not to travel to the western area of the state, with hundreds of roads still closed. Mayor Zeb Smathers of Canton, North Carolina joins LiveNOW from FOX to provide an update.

Helene latest: 84 dead, over 1,000 people unaccounted for in western NC

The death toll continues to climb and some 2.5 million people remained without power Sunday as recovery in the Southeast US begins from devastating Hurricane Helene.

Asheville flooding: Hurricane Helene drone footage shows swallowed city streets

Hurricane Helene’s remnants have dropped between a foot and two feet of rainfall in western North Carolina, devastating Asheville and other mountainous communities.

Helene slams North Carolina with washouts, outages
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FOX Weather's Kiyana Lewis joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to highlight the devastation in Asheville, North Carolina due to Hurricane Helene.