Social media users both inside and outside the communities affected by Helene are leveraging follower counts and shares to help connect missing family and friends and offer support in any way they can.

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said state officials need to be ready for the “long haul” when it comes to recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper gives an update on the damage in North Carolina caused by Helene, as well as ongoing relief efforts across the state.

Gov. Roy Cooper said Thursday afternoon there are positives for western North Carolina in its recovery efforts after the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. Cooper said he and state leaders are working with local utility companies and hospitals.