Residents in Burnsville, North Carolina, such as Donald Abee, Silvia Urjiles, Mitchell Haycraft, Rebecca Ervin, Michael Jenkins, Jessica Peedin, and Tim Bernard, recount the extensive and devastating impact of Hurricane Helene. Abee describes the harrowing experience of delivering supplies to families isolated by the storm, while Urjiles recounts the destructive force of the hurricane likened to a tornado. Haycraft's off-grid living spared him from power and water loss but left him surprised by the flooded driveway, contrasting with Ervin's heartbreaking loss of her accounting business to flooding. Jenkins faced challenges with power outages and food spoilage, but found resilience in surviving the aftermath, while Peedin navigates the damage to her home and reliance on community support. Bernard's proactive response to directing traffic amid the storm's aftermath showcased community solidarity in the face of adversity.
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