FEMA Head Says Trump's Claim That Disaster Relief Falls Short Because of Immigration Is 'Frankly Ridiculous'
"It's really a shame that we're putting politics ahead of helping people, and that's what we're here to do," said FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell on ABC News
North Carolina Hurricane Victim Forced to Rescue Himself After Authorities Refuse to Let Volunteer Pilot Save Him
A man was separated from his wife when the volunteer pilot rescuing them was forced to ground his helicopter or risk arrest.
Tree That Killed Hurricane Victim Turned Into Furniture by Family, Donated to Drug Rehab Where He Counseled Addicts
Charles Dean was killed when a 70-foot red oak tree crashed into his second-floor apartment.
Florida Authorities Respond to Hurricane Milton; 'We Are Preparing for the Largest Evacuation'
Milton is officially considered a hurricane and is headed to Florida, where meteorologists predict it might make landfall as a Category 3.
FEMA Faces Challenges Responding to Hurricane Helene Amid Misinformation and Logistical Hurdles
The Federal Emergency Management Agency faces misinformation and logistical challenges in responding to the second deadliest hurricane to hit the U.S. mainland
Hero Florida Surfer Used Surfboard to Save Dozens from Homes Flooded by Hurricane: 'That's What Neighbors Do'
The heroics of a local Florida surfer are being celebrated after he rescued dozens of people and pets from floodwaters in the devastation of Hurricane Helene.
Dolly Parton Donates Millions to Hurricane Relief, Partners with Walmart to Donate Millions More
Parton shared that she would personally donate $1 million and the Dollywood Foundation would be donating another $1 million. Walmart pledged $10 million.
Advocacy Group Warns That Ice and Border Patrol Cannot Check Immigration Status During Helene Relief Efforts
"ICE and CBP provide emergency assistance to individuals regardless of their immigration status," said Homeland Security in recent statement
Florida Man Taking Shelter from Hurricane on Walmart Roof Arrested for Trespassing
A man sought refuge from Hurricane Helene on the roof of a Florida Walmart and was arrested for armed trespassing.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Mocked After Suggesting that Democrats 'Control the Weather'
Although the congresswoman didn't call Dems out by name, she previously posted a map of states impacted by Helene overlaid with their political leanings
North Carolina Wedding Party Rescue Woman from Hurricane Floodwaters, Invite Her to Join Celebration
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, a wedding rehearsal in western North Carolina took a heroic turn when guests paused to rescue a woman trapped in rising floodwaters.
Helene Becomes the Deadliest Hurricane to Hit Mainland U.S. since Katrina
The storm's death toll has reached at least 200, making it the deadliest mainland hurricane since Katrina in 2005.
Elderly South Carolina Couple Died Embracing Each Other As Hurricane Sent Tree Crashing Through Bedroom Window
The couple's grandson John Savage said it was "God's plan" to have them pass together rather than letting one live without the other.
Hurricane Helene: Starlink Restores Connectivity In Storm-Hit Areas
SpaceX's Starlink deploys satellite internet to Appalachian regions devastated by Hurricane Helene, offering free service to affected residents.
Volunteer Pilot Forced to Abandon Stranded Hurricane Victims After Being Threatened with Arrest for Helping Without Permission
The volunteer said he "absolutely" thinks the fire chief that grounded him put lives at risk.
Last Moments of North Carolina Grandparents Killed by Hurricane Helene Captured in Haunting Photo
Their daughter shared the photos to Facebook begging for help, but the house collapsed into the floodwaters before rescuers could get there.
North Carolina Republican Skipped Vote on Emergency Hurricane Help for Own State Despite Accusing Dem Governor of Not Doing Enough
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson was the only member of North Carolina's council of state who refused to support Gov. Roy Cooper's call for emergency help as Category 4 Hurricane Helene charged towards the coast of Florida
Florida Men Loot 'Trump Store' During Hurricane, Make Off with Trump Cowboy Hats and Coffee Mugs: Police
Two Florida men were arrested after allegedly ransacking a strip mall 'Trump Store' during Hurricane Helene.
Tennessee Factory Bosses Refused to Let Employees Leave Before Deadly Hurricane Flooding: Worker
A factory in Tennessee allegedly prevented employees from evacuating to safety during flooding from Hurricane Helene, resulting in fatalities and missing people.
Hurricane Helene Estimated to be Among Costliest Storms in U.S. History, Preliminary Report Says
Initial estimates anticipate that Helene has caused between $95 billion and to $110 billion in damages, but the dramatically increased as the storm intensified
A Mom Went to Check on Her House During the Hurricane. Her Kids Later Received a Photo of It Floating in Floodwaters
A mother and her three dogs are missing after Hurricane Helene swept away their home in Elk Park, North Carolina.
Trump Ignores GOP Governor's Praise for Biden, Falsely Claims President Unavailable to Help Hurricane-Ravaged South
Upon landing in the city of Valdosta, Georgia, former President Donald Trump immediately began peddling false information regarding the federal response to damage inflicted by Hurricane Helene upon the south.
Trump Mocked for Declaring Hurricane Damage Unforeseen 'So Late' in the Season: 'We're in the Middle'
Donald Trump made incorrect comments about hurricane season while surveying the destruction left by Hurricane Helene in Valdosta, Georgia.
Top Chef Stops By Waffle House to Pick Up Food for Hurricane First Responders: I Always Give Them 'Big Kudos' in Emergencies
The World Central Kitchen founder was on his way to join teams in Asheville, North Carolina, to help with Hurricane Helene relief efforts when he stopped by.
Meteorologist Posts Viral Video Claiming to Show Casket Floating in Hurricane Floodwaters: 'Horrific'
The video, accredited to "Loren T.," has amassed more than 7.3 million views on Facebook, and more than 265,000 views on TikTok.
Tennessee Father Walks for Miles Through Deadly Hurricane Chaos to Reach Daughter's Wedding
Jones decided to walk the last 30 miles of his journey after a state trooper told him that both interstate and side roads were covered in debris.
Doctors Warn Georgia Residents to Seal Windows As Chemical Plant Fire Sends Toxins Into Air
Doctors on social media are warning Georgia residents to stay inside as a chemical plume from a fire at a BioLab facility continues to spread hazardous toxins into the air
Viral Photo Claims to Show College Student Chilling Out in Flooded Dorm After Hurricane Helene
The photo claiming to picture an Appalachian State University student has received more than 79,000 upvotes and thousands of comments.
North Carolina Cops Accused of Barricading Grocery Store after Hurricane, Refusing to Sell Baby Formula and Diapers
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Black Mountain residents were shocked to find police barricading a grocery store and refusing to sell even baby formula.
Officials Leading Helene Recovery Efforts Tell Biden, Harris and Trump to Stay Out of Way
North Carolina officials said candidates going there require many resources it's more important to focus them on addressing the aftermath of the catastrophic storm