With more than 200 people dead – 104 in North Carolina – Hurricane Helene is the deadliest U.S. hurricane in decades. With more than 200 dead – 104 in North Carolina – Hurricane Helene is the deadliest U.S. hurricane in decades.

Hurricane Helene created an estimated nearly $80 billion in damage from Florida through North Carolina. ASHEVILLE, N.C. — On Sept. 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene made landfall near Perry, Florida. But it was Sept.

NORTH CAROLINA, USA — In 39 counties in North Carolina, residents can now apply for a temporary job program. The program will allow people to work on recovery efforts in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene, including much of western North Carolina. Residents will have an opportunity to provide humanitarian assistance, too.

North Carolina is offering more temporary jobs to help communities rebuild after Hurricane Helene. The program, which started in 25 counties, now covers 39 counties across the state. The U.S. Department of Labor is funding the program with $10 million.

There may be a few trees missing, but Augusta National Golf Club chairman Fred Ridley said the course is in spectacular edition ahead of the Masters.

Augusta National has a few less trees but otherwise is in "spectacular condition," with chairman Fred Ridley making the announcement just months after Hurricane Helene caused extensive damage in the Southeast.

Hurricane Helene devastated Augusta National and the surrounding region but the course is ready for The 2025 Masters.