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Destruction in Biltmore Village, a popular tourist attraction just outside the famous Biltmore mansion, is widespread. 



Biltmore flooding: Estate closed, Biltmore Village owners return to survey damage

YOU WHAT TO EXPECT FOR THE REST OF THE AFTERNOON. >> NEW AT NOON 107 PEOPLE HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED KILLED BY HELENE ACROSS SEVERAL STATES. IN AN UPDATE AT 10:00AM COUNTY OFFICIALS SAY NOW THEY HAVE 35 CONFIRMED DEATHS RELATED TO THAT STORM. OFFICIALS DO NOT HAVE AN EXACT NUMBER OF HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE STILL MISSING. GOOD AFTERNOON TO YOU. I'M JEFF HOGAN. >> AND I'M RENEE CHOU. THIS IS NEW VIDEO SHOWING FLOODED STREETS AND DAMAGE ROADS IN WE HAVE TEAM COVERAGE FOR YOU THIS HOUR. STARTING WITH BRETT KNESE. HE JOINS US LIVE FROM BILTMORE VILLAGE. AND BRETT, THE EXTENT OF HIS DAMAGE, CATASTROPHIC IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT. >> WE'RE IN A REALLY IS. I MEAN, THIS BARREL HERE BEHIND ME, THAT'S NOT SUPPOSED TO BE THERE. THAT SHOWS YOU THE DESTRUCTION THAT THIS FLOOD HAD WEDGING THAT BARREL BETWEEN THE TREE AND THOSE BUILDINGS RIGHT THERE. DESTRUCTION HERE IN BILTMORE VILLAGE IS WIDESPREAD AND IT'S OVERWHELMING. >> RANDAL GARY IS DIGGING THE PLACE HE HAS WORK AT FOR 25 YEARS. >> OUT OF THE MUD JUST TRYING TO GET SOME THINGS DONE. YOU KNOW, ONE LITTLE BIT IN SHOCK. MAYBE LIKE MOST PEOPLE YOU MORNING GALLERY HAS BEEN HERE IN ASHEVILLE FOR 50 YEARS. >> THE DAMAGE INSIDE THE STORE IS DEVASTATING. I DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT TO SAY. IT'S YEAH, BUT THE GALLERY SUFFERING THE SAME FATE AS SO MANY OTHER BUILDINGS THROUGHOUT BILTMORE VILLAGE. THIS IS A SHUTTLE BUS USED BY THE ALL SOULS CATHEDRAL, A CHURCH THAT HAS BEEN ABLE TO WITHSTAND FLOODING TIME AND TIME AGAIN. BUT SOME RESIDENTS FEAR IT MAY HAVE FINALLY MET ITS MATCH. THIS ONE RIVER HAS RECEDED, BUT NOT BEFORE SWALLOWING UP MULTIPLE CARS AND TRUCKS. IT'S BEEN CRAZY. SUPPLIES ARE SCARCE. IT'S BEEN PRETTY EMOTIONAL AS THOSE WHO LIVE HERE BEGIN A NEW WEEK. THE SEARCH FOR BASIC NEEDS CONTINUES. THERE'S LITTLE FOOD OR WATER AND POWER WON'T BE RESTORED FOR DAYS. MAYBE EVEN WEEKS. SOME PEOPLE TRYING DESPERATELY TO FIND A GAS STATION THAT ISN'T OUT OF FUEL. THE INABILITY TO CONTACT YOUR LOVED ONES AND KIND OF THE UNCERTAINTY OF KNOWING WHEN WE'LL BE ABLE TO GET OUT EVEN OR OR JUST, YOU KNOW, >> BE ABLE TO HAVE THE OPTION TO GO ANYWHERE TO CONTACT. ANYONE HAS BEEN REALLY TALK. >> THIS IS WHAT WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA NOW LOOKS LIKE. AND IT WILL BE WEEKS BEFORE THOSE WHO LIVE HERE CAN RETURN TO ANY KIND OF NORMALCY. >> AND I'VE BEEN SPEAKING WITH RESIDENTS ALL MORNING LONG. THEY TELL ME THAT THE SEVERITY OF THE SITUATION, HOW BAD THE DESTRUCTION IS CANNOT BE OVERSTATED. THEY'RE JUST HOPEFUL THAT THE SUPPLIES, SOME OF THE FOOD, DIFFERENT HELP THAT IS ON ITS WAY HERE TO THIS PART OF THE STATE. WE'LL PROVIDE SOME SORT OF RELIEF. RENEE. >> AND BRIGHT. WE KNOW HELENE DRENCHED THAT AREA WITH MORE THAN 15 INCHES OF RAIN. HOW HIGH DID THE WATER GET THERE IN BILTMORE VILLAGE? >> AND FROM SOME TELL ME AS HIGH AS 15 FEET. WANT TO SHOW YOU HOW HIGH THAT IS HERE ALONG THIS PARTICULAR BUILDING RIGHT HERE. THEY HAVE ALL THIS PLASTIC IN SANDBAGS THAT THEY WERE TRYING TO PROTECT THIS BUILDING, THAT WATER GOT SO HIGH THAT IT TOPPLED IT AND GOT INSIDE. >> THAT WAS THE RAIN. PLUS, THIS WANT TO KNOW RIVER NEARBY FLOODING THAT AREA. BRETT KNESE

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Biltmore Village flooding: Business owners return to assess damage 

Helene's devastation in NC: See aerial views of cities completely underwater, mudslides washing out highways

Mudslide closes I-40

How to help: Western NC residents devastated by Helene

Volunteers packing groceries at community food bank.

Death toll climbs to 40 in Buncombe County, food and water distribution to begin Monday afternoon

No power, no cell service, no water: Western NC struggling to navigate catastrophic impacts of Helene

NC lawmakers to return next week as cost of Helene recovery looms large

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Rocky Mount tornado: Four victims released from hospital as city recovers from EF3 damage

On Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, Rocky Mount business owners were still sorting through the damage from the EF3 tornado on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024.

Durham police officer charged with kidnapping, sexual assault while on duty

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Buncombe County leaders discuss recovery efforts after Helene devastation

WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner explains why Helene was such a catastrophic storm for Asheville and all of western North Carolina.



Ask the meteorologist: Why was Helene so devastating for NC mountains? 

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The mayor of Canton on Monday told WRAL News the western North Carolina town is experiencing "an apocalyptic disaster."



Helene an 'apocalyptic disaster' for NC town of Canton, mayor says 

Officials release identities of 2 who died in Haywood County floods; 7 still missing

In the wake Tropical Storm Helene's devastation across the state of North Carolina, many people are still trying to get in touch with loved ones. This is a list of people who have reported being safe from the storm. 

List: NC residents marked safe following Helene

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The latest system WRAL meterologists are tracking is Tropical Storm Kirk, which formed in the Atlantic Monday at 9:35 a.m.

Tropical Storm Kirk forms in the Atlantic Monday morning

Tropical outlook 

A crisis unfolded in Asheville, North Carolina, as officials pledged to get more water, food and other supplies to flood-stricken areas without power and cellular service Monday, days after Hurricane Helene ripped across the U.S. Southeast. The death toll from the storm surpassed 100.

The Latest: Helene's death toll rises to more than 100 as supplies rushed to isolated communities

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Monday will start foggy, with scattered showers and storms possible later. Highs will be in the low 80s.

Muggy conditions and scattered storms expected to linger through Monday night

Flood risk Monday

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DRAUGHON DRAWS: Helene making molehills out of mountains

DRAUGHON DRAWS: 'Helene' makes molehills out of mountains

Two young children were hospitalized after emergency responders were called to the home for a cardiac arrest and fire, which was later upgraded to a code blue, according to the Raleigh Fire Department.

Children, ages 1 and 4, die at hospital after Raleigh house fire 

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Two deputies in western North Carolina have died, according to the North Carolina Sheriffs' Association.

Two western NC deputies killed by flooding from Tropical Storm Helene  

Abandoned vehicles caked with mud. Mountainous rural roads and slices of highways washed away into rivers. Parking lots filled with people desperately searching for cellphone service, trying to tell loved ones they are OK -- or wanting to find out who is not.

'This is a disaster': Western North Carolina reels from Helene

What We Know About Hurricane Heleneâs Destruction So Far

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WRAL News is covering the impact, aftermath and cleanup from Hurricane Helene, from the flooding as far west as the Tennessee border to tornado damage in Rocky Mount. 
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Map: County-by-county coverage of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina

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Western North Carolina was crippled by historic flooding and life-threatening conditions from the impacts of Tropical Storm Helene. Many organizations are working to support those in need during this difficult time.

FEMA can help with serious needs, displacement, temporary lodging, basic home repair costs, personal property loss or other disaster-caused needs.

How to apply for FEMA assistance after Helene

Flooding aftermath in Asheville

Emergency shelters have been opened in western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene, which brought historic flooding to the area.

Western North Carolina emergency shelters open for Helene aftermath

Asheville flooding

A look at damage in North Carolina and the Southeast as Helene moved through the state on Sept. 27, 2024. 

PHOTOS: Helene brings catastrophic flooding, damage to NC & the southeast

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WRAL's Elizabeth Gardner traveled back from Tennessee to North Carolina, taking many detours to avoid washed out roads. She shows us what she learned.

Roads closed: Elizabeth Gardner describes trip from Tennessee to Raleigh 

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NC town of Canton in 'apocalyptic disaster,' mayor says

Canton Mayor Zeb Smathers

WRAL explainer: Why was Helene so devastating for NC mountains? 

Explainer: Why was Helene so devastating for NC mountains? 

Rocky Mount leaders discuss cleanup efforts after last week's EF3 tornado

Helene deaths reported in Madison County, NC, north of Asheville

Drone: I-40 shoulder washed away by torrential rain

Interstate 40 washed away

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No cell service: Estimated 90% of Asheville is offline as people struggle to reach loved ones

'Total devastation': Coaches in western NC say damage from Helene is catastrophic

How high schools are helping those affected by flooding in western NC

A heartfelt project: Waltonwood Lake Boone seniors handmake over 60 'KINDness Dolls' for WakeMed Children's Hospital

Biden says he hopes to visit Helene-impacted areas this week if it doesn't impact emergency response

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Supplies arrive by plane and mule to North Carolina as Helene death toll tops 100

Stuck NASA astronauts welcome SpaceX capsule that'll bring them home next year

Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88

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The IBMA Bluegrass Live! festival in downtown will wrap up its final year year in Raleigh without one of its headlining acts. 


 IBMA Bluegrass Live! takes final bow without planned headliner

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Pullen Park Holiday Express announces 2024 dates, when tickets go on sale

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Foodie News: Decorated restaurateur celebrates grand opening of new venture

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Best North Carolina fall festivals

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Billy Joel and Sting announce NC concert

Billy Joel played PNC Arena in Raleigh on Feb. 9, 2014.

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Bluegrass returns to Raleigh

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Fact-check: Does Laurie Buckhout support national abortion ban with 'no exceptions?'

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Fact check: Is rape up 53% in NC since Josh Stein became Attorney General?

Democrats, LGBTQ+ groups criticize Michele Morrow post

NC education candidate Michele Morrow falsely says the 'plus' in 'LGBTQ+' includes support for pedophilia

From eating dogs to Taylor Swift: Fact-checking Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's first 2024 presidential debate

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Sept. 26

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Fierce North Carolina congressional race could hinge on other names on the ballot

NC Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson treated for burns after incident at campaign event

UNC students can't use digital IDs to vote on Election Day, NC Court of Appeals says

Mark Robinson hires new top staff, touts wife's continued support as he presses ahead with campaign

Wake County school leaders urge NC lawmakers to uphold HB10 veto for school vouchers

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Wake County school leaders share concerns with plan to expand school vouchers in NC

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NC State warns community about recent string of vehicle break-ins at residence hall, Greek Village, StateView Hotel

'He died from vaping:' The rise of vaping among teens in NC

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If Mark Robinson drops out of race for NC governor, his name will remain on ballots

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Burrow out duels Dalton in shootout, Bengals beat Panthers 34-24 

Stevens: Could Hurricane Helene cause the fall sports season to be extended?

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Statewide Football Rankings: Dudley enters top 5, Rolesville back in top 10

Pisgah athletic fields flooded again just one year after football stadium reopened

Statewide Volleyball Rankings: Scorching hot Cleveland and Wesleyan Christian enter Top 25 poll

With a rise of teens vaping in the state, advocates have called on lawmakers to address what they call a "loophole" in state law that is allowing young people to get easier access to tobacco products.


NC's vaping registry bill: What's the loophole that advocates are concerned about and why Big Tobacco stands to benefit

Gen V: Teen Vaping in North Carolina

Hurricane Helene has raised concerns about the increasing frequency of severe weather across the U.S., with more than 1,495 tornadoes recorded this year, making it the second-most active year on record.

Tornado activity is increasing and moving east, scientists say

Hurricane Helene has raised concerns about the increasing frequency of severe weather across the U.S., with more than 1,495 tornadoes recorded this year, making it the second most active year on record.

Climate change is expanding tornado activity, scientists say

A tornado ravaged Springfield Middle School in Lucama on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024. The next day, Drone 5 flew over the school to survey the damage.

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty goes through a Donald Trump social media post where the former president said, "I saved Flavored Vaping in 2019 and it greatly helped people get off smoking. I raised the age to 21, keeping it away from the kids. Kamala and Joe want everything banned, killing small businesses all over the Country. I'll save vaping again."

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Get a sneak peek at the new WRAL documentary, "Gen V: Teen Vaping in North Carolina," and explore the age limit to buy tobacco products. 

In Depth with Dan: Teens, vaping and age limit to buy tobacco products.

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Robinson, the Republican gubernatorial nominee, is facing pressure from people in his own party to take more action to substantiate denials about allegations that he made lewd and racist on a pornographic website. 


Robinson offers 'complete cooperation and full transparency' in probe of porn-comments report 

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Northern Wake Senior Center works to curb fall frequency 

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Police investigate abuse allegations at Mount Olive nursing home

PCBs at NC State: Dorms, library, classroom buildings test positive

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Triangle Tech X 2024: Top leaders gather to tackle STEM talent gap

Siemens unit investing $36 million, adding 200 jobs in Wendell

Steve Rao: AIâs impact on jobs is the missing issue in election-year debate

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A dockworkers strike could shut down East and Gulf ports. Will it affect holiday shopping?

California governor vetoes bill requiring speeding alerts in new cars

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