Hurricane Helene left North Carolina, particularly Asheville, dealing with some tough times. Roads are damaged and basic services like electricity and water are disrupted. The Moxy Hotel is stepping up by offering locals Wi-Fi to keep in touch with their loved ones. Meanwhile, folks in Georgia’s Aug
Something unusual is happening in the Midlands. Rivers are reaching levels that we haven't seen since 2015. The cause? Heavy rain from Hurricane Helene. Forecasters warn that rivers might stay high for days. This could affect many areas, including roads and even homes along certain rivers like the E
As the severe storm, Hurricane Helene, made its way across the southeastern United States, communities were left reeling from its devastating aftermath. In Buncombe County, North Carolina, a solemn reality set in as officials reported 30 fatalities, with hundreds more unaccounted for. The once thriv
Conyers, Georgia, is reeling after a chemical fire broke out at a lab facility operated by BioLab, a company that specializes in swimming pool and spa water care products. The fire, which started on Sunday, has put much of the city under an evacuation zone. The incident is the third in seven years i
As the remnants of Hurricane Helene slowly subsided, the once picturesque village of Biltmore in western North Carolina was left grappling with the devastating consequences of severe flooding. The village, renowned for its historic charm and unique architecture, was now under water, with debris-fill
In the midst of a torrential downpour, the Lake Lure dam in western North Carolina found itself on the verge of catastrophic failure. Heavy rainfall from Hurricane Helene had left the area inundated, with warnings of a second potential dam failure at the Walters Dam just miles away. The situation wa
The world is on the verge of a major breakthrough in the fight against climate change. Microsoft, one of the largest tech giants, has partnered with UNDO, a company specializing in enhanced rock weathering (ERW), to remove 15,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The deal is a significan
As the Caribbean Sea whispered secrets to the wind, a tropical storm began to take shape. Helene, its name etched in the annals of history, was expected to strengthen into a powerful hurricane, its path weaving a tale of destruction and chaos. The storm was barreling towards the U.S., its trajectory
To accompany the digital interactive, the October issue of National Geographic magazine is dedicated to the project. A documentary premiering on Nat Geo on October 10th and arriving on Disney+ and Hulu the following day will also showcase the expedition. A YouTube Originals series launches on Septem
For decades, ExxonMobil has been accused of using its massive resources to manipulate public opinion and deny the harm caused by its plastic products. Despite numerous warning signs, the company continued to produce and sell plastic products, knowing they would end up in oceans, landfills, and even
