The confirmed death toll in Buncombe County has climbed to 30, the sheriff said at a Sept. 29, 4 p.m. briefing.

Rescuers are still searching for survivors after heavy rain and wind from Hurricane Helene devastated south-eastern US, leaving more than 60 people dead, destroying homes and causing power outages for millions.

ASHEVILLE - Though information on school closures in Western North Carolina is still sparse, several schools and universities have now issued alerts in the wake of Tropical Storm Helene. Here's what we know so far from area educational institutions including WNC public school districts and colleges.

After watching Hurricane Helene devastate the community she serves, but experiencing little damage herself, Gulf High School student government advisor Diana Krupyak had just one thought. She wanted to help others who lost so much.

As the worst of Helene has moved on, many are taking to social media to share videos of the severe flooding and damage.

P​hotos from areas in Helene's path show the devastation the storm brought after its Category 4 landfall on Thursday.Homes were washed away in Cedar Key, Florida, leaving behind only foundations and porches.