A week later Hurricane Helen Torn and devastated the southeastern United States Western North Carolina Satellite images show the extent of damage caused by heavy rains and severe flooding.
Officials have previously said there are hundreds of roads in western North Carolina are inaccessible Due to storm damage hampering rescue efforts. Local people said that the water is going high The roofs of some houses.
At least 225 people have been confirmed dead, and officials say they expect the death toll to continue to rise as rescue efforts continue.
Satellite images show washed-out streets and buildings. A photo shows mud and debris near Old Fort Elementary School in Old Fort, North Carolina.
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Old Fort is one of the worst affected areas. CBS affiliate WNCN-TV reported. Cars, houses and many places were washed away by the heavy flood. Electricity, water and other essential services are yet to be fully restored.
Another satellite image of the city shows vacant land where houses once stood, downed trees and power lines.
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In the town of Spruce Pine, the local North Toe River overflowed, flooding an area that is also a source of quartz used in microchips. According to NPR.
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More than two feet of rain fell on the city, according to the National Weather Service, and images show muddy roads, ruined homes and much destruction.
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President Joe Biden visited the damage And said Thursday that cleanup efforts and rebuilding efforts in Florida and Georgia will cost “billions of dollars.” On Wednesday, he Went to Carolina to survey the damage By plane.
The federal government will cover 100% of all debris removal and emergency response costs for six months in North Carolina, and for the next 90 days in Florida and Georgia, Mr. Biden said.
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“In moments like these, it’s time to put politics aside,” the president said against the backdrop of the devastated town of Ray, Georgia. “There are no Democrats or Republicans here.”
