In some places, the National Park Service said the damage is “catastrophic.”
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In visit to Damascus, Vance says he supports call for Congress to reconvene to approve funding for hurricane relief
The Republican vice presidential nominee on Thursday surveyed the flood damage sustained by the Washington County town.
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Benefits of riverfront development still outweigh flood risks, Danville officials say
Though Danville did not see severe flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Helene, riverfront projects are being “built with flooding in mind.”
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Hikers warned to stay off Appalachian Trail as damage from Hurricane Helene is assessed
The U.S. Forest Service closed down more than 90 miles of the trail in Southwest Virginia. Trail managers urge hikers to avoid much of the trail in Virginia.
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Martinsville sends post-Helene love south of the border
Water, food and other supplies are being delivered to hard-hit areas of North Carolina.
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Forest Service closes Mount Rogers, portion of Creeper Trail to address flood damage
The Clinch Ranger District and the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area could remain closed through Oct. 1, 2025.
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Why was Helene’s impact so bad for us?
Steep terrain effects are a given, but atmospheric factors lined up for epic flooding and unusually strong winds to reach Southwest Virginia.
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Update: Montgomery County boil water order extended for another week
The New River Valley Regional Water Authority serves 11 separate water systems that provide water to at least 50,000 people.
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Declaration opens door to federal aid for homeowners reporting Helene-related losses
The White House declared Virginia to have sustained a major disaster, which means residents of some localities can start applying for individual assistance from FEMA.
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Getting money to rebuild after Helene could take months
The state budget includes $26 million for disaster assistance. However, that money is not available for disaster recovery for individuals. Virginia’s two senators called for additional federal aid.