Asheville – As summer unfolded across Western North Carolina, Mayor Esther Manheimer reflected on the progress made since Hurricane Helene struck nearly a year ago. In a recent press release, she highlighted the resilience of the community and the tangible results of recovery efforts, stating, “Today, I’m proud to share that real and meaningful progress has been made.”
Recovery Efforts Yield Results
Manheimer detailed significant achievements in the recovery process, noting that over 160,100 households in North Carolina received FEMA assistance totaling $468.8 million. She emphasized the collaborative efforts of federal, state, and local partners, saying, “The following are just some of the tangible results,” before listing various forms of aid and support that have been provided to residents and businesses affected by the storm…