FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – While Fayetteville is currently experiencing minor impacts of Hurricane Helene, the western part of the state has been significantly affected by the storm. On Sept. 26, 18 local first responders from the Fayetteville Fire Department, Fayetteville Police Department and Cape Fear Valley EMS deployed to Brevard County as part of an Urban Search and Rescue team to assist with any rescue missions.