A strong storm recently swept through Chimney Rock Village, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Homes and businesses were hit hard, but the tight-knit community isn't giving up without a fight. Site coordinator Payne is leading the charge to rebuild, determined not to let the storm chase them awa
The calm after the storm is here, but it'll take time for Biltmore Village to regain its glow. A nearby river, once beautiful, now looks like a trash dump with mud, metal, and dirt scattered about. Shops are closed, restaurants too. It’s been over a week since Hurricane Helene hit, leaving watermark
In the heart of Silicon Valley, a piece of California's history is about to be erased. The Sakauye family farm, one of the last remaining Japanese-owned farms in the state, will soon be demolished to make way for a massive urban housing project. But this farm holds more than just memories - it repre
The River Arts District in Asheville, North Carolina, has a long history of floods. A line on an old warehouse marks how high the water was in 1916. Hurricane Helene brought floodwaters even higher last week. This district is now a hub for art and culture, drawing tourists from all over. Many artist
Helene, a powerful storm, recently swept through western North Carolina, leaving behind significant damage. The historic Biltmore Estate, a popular tourist destination in Asheville, has shared an update on the situation. While the full extent of the damage is still being evaluated, it's clear that t
Hurricane Helene has left its mark on Asheville, NC. While the grand Biltmore House escaped major damage, other parts of the estate weren't so lucky. The lodge gate and historic structures took a beating, and low-lying areas like Biltmore Village experienced flooding. The farm wasn't spared either,
As Hurricane Helene wreaks havoc across the country, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is urging everyone to be cautious about false information circulating online. The agency has set up a special page called "rumor response" to help people sort through what's true and what's not. One
You might think of sloths as lazy, but they're actually dealing with a big problem - climate change. These slow-moving animals from Central and South America are having trouble adapting to the world getting hotter. Their bodies are designed to save energy by not regulating their temperature like oth
Another sad day on Lake Kivu in eastern Congo. A boat capsized, taking at least 50 lives with it. The vessel was packed with people – 278 to be exact. That's a lot of weight for any boat to handle safely. What caused this disaster? Let's take a closer look. First off, rules are made to keep us safe
When a storm hits, the cleanup that follows can be just as challenging. Water left behind may look harmless, but it often hides chemicals, sewage, oil, gas, and other hazardous substances. This is what experts like Danna Thompson from the South Carolina American Lung Association want you to know. M
