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Lauren, a Black Mountain resident, describes the devastation in Swannanoa after Hurricane Helene and questions the lack of government assistance. Despite paying taxes since age 14, she feels $750 is insufficient aid. She notes the area doesn't typically require flood insurance due to its high elevation. Lauren highlights the absence of the military in the relief efforts, contrasting it with the presence of World Central Kitchen. Ten days post-storm, many are still missing and lack communication and water. She claims the news reports 300 deaths, but asserts that around 2,000 unidentified bodies are in bags, recovered by neighbors. Military personnel require personal leave to volunteer. Lauren expresses anger and frustration, emphasizing the community's reliance on volunteers and donations for basic needs. She says 30% of Swannanoa residents are still unaccounted for. Cadaver dogs, like Cholula from Ohio, are assisting, but not through government efforts. She hopes Florida receives better support during its impending hurricane.

FEMA is present but hindering mission operations. Federal employees have booked entire hotels, leaving no room for those rescued from the mountains. The speaker and team have been working nonstop, lacking sleep and hygiene. The devastation is described as biblical and apocalyptic. Government helicopters are reportedly not being released to those on the ground in remote mountain towns who are requesting body bags. Rescue operations were halted for a presidential photo op, which is considered unconscionable. Donations can be made at saveourallies.com. Those needing rescue can submit information at saveourallies.org. Special operations personnel are working to reach inaccessible areas.

The speaker describes a scene resembling a war zone with entire parking lots destroyed, houses filled with mud, and hundreds of cars piled in trees. They criticize the government's response, claiming the news underreports the devastation and that FEMA lacks sufficient funds. They recount delivering donations and learning from a local that many people are trapped and dying in their homes. Bridges are wiped out, and roads are inaccessible due to landslides, making access nearly impossible. The only hope for those trapped is the National Guard and helicopters. The speaker witnessed numerous private helicopters, including retired Coast Guard helicopters, rapidly deploying supplies with no government planes in sight. They express heartbreak at the scale of the destruction, stating the town is gone and recovery will take at least a decade. Despite exhaustion, they plan to continue delivering supplies and implore others to donate.

I've lived in the Swannanoa Valley for 43 years and have seen firsthand the devastating impact of recent floods on our community. Many homes and businesses are destroyed, and those affected often lack insurance because they were not in flood plains. Some homeowners are stuck paying mortgages on unlivable properties. While some building permits are being expedited, future floodplain evaluations could complicate rebuilding efforts. Investors are buying land cheaply, raising concerns about the community's future. We need supplies for those in need, including canned food, tents, cleaning supplies, and more. Volunteers are welcome daily, except Tuesdays, at our location in Black Mountain. If you need supplies but lack transportation, reach out to us. Thank you for your support as we navigate this challenging time together.

FEMA is present but hindering rescue missions. Federal employees are occupying hotel rooms while rescue personnel lack accommodation. The speaker describes "biblical level devastation" and "apocalyptic" scenes. Government helicopters are reportedly being withheld from delivering aid to isolated mountain towns, now requesting body bags. Rescue helicopters were grounded for a presidential photo op. To donate or request assistance, visit saveourallies.com or saveourallies.org. The organization uses special operations personnel and partnerships to reach inaccessible areas.

The speaker discusses the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, relaying firsthand accounts from Yancey County Fire Departments. There are reportedly four reefer trucks full of dead bodies, with the small, rural fire departments managing the recovery. Five bodies were found in the New Deal area, and another on Claremont School Road. The speaker states that it looks like a nuclear bomb went off, with body parts found in the debris. The speaker says there is nowhere to put temporary housing due to silt, ravines, and sinkholes, and the bank also has a sinkhole. Ten people were rescued from a mountainside before it collapsed in a mudslide. Children are reportedly asking about their parents. The speaker is raising money for the affected, and will share where the money is going. The speaker notes the area already struggled with poverty, and many have lost everything.

The speaker is at a donation center with a pavilion and many pallets of water. They are trying to figure out where they're going to be working with local firemen in the "bat area." They visited two locations and were directed to the FEMA command post, but they claim FEMA won't allow them to do anything besides directing traffic. They are at a standstill and may head towards Newport or Jonesboro. The speaker expresses shock at the devastation, noting one side of the river is wiped out, including the hospital where people are stranded. They claim nobody is allowing them to start cleanup efforts and they may end up working in a different town.

Following the aftermath of Helene in the North Carolina mountains, looting has increased, driven by desperation due to lack of water in some communities. Citizens are stepping up to help, as trust in government and relief organizations has diminished. Communities are donating water, diapers, formula, and other supplies, delivered by trusted volunteers. Affected areas include Chimney Rock, Swannanoa, and Montreat, with significant damage and loss of generational homes. The geography and culture are at risk. People from other states are organizing donations and trucks. The Baptist organization out of Boone and Samaritan's Purse are trusted organizations on the ground. Prayers are requested for the affected and for those who have witnessed traumatic events. A 10-year-old boy, witnessing bodies and devastation, is being evacuated from the mountains.

Experienced hikers, horseback riders, and those with helicopters, dirt bikes, ATVs, or side-by-sides are needed in East Tennessee and Western North Carolina. The speaker urges people to ignore news reports saying they aren't needed, stating that local people need help with search and rescue. FEMA and the American Red Cross are reportedly not present. The speaker says manpower is needed to recover bodies and rescue survivors who have been without food and water for a week. Automobiles and trucks cannot access the affected areas. The speaker claims that if people with private helicopters are threatened with arrest for helping, the American people will support them. The speaker describes the smell of death in the towns and along the river, and says bodies are washing up on the banks, potentially reaching Santee Cooper, South Carolina. The speaker claims the military has not been deployed due to the administration's refusal to sign orders. The speaker asks viewers to share the video widely.

A person in Western North Carolina reports rescue choppers are still flying overhead on day 6. They feel survivor's guilt because their town was spared, but a nearby town was completely wiped out, with everyone killed. The speaker claims the media is lying and people are being threatened with arrest if they try to help. They express disbelief that the government is preventing people from saving each other. The situation is described as beyond a nightmare, with bodies everywhere, possibly including displaced caskets from flooded cemeteries. The speaker asserts the only people providing aid are the survivors themselves. They express anger towards the government's response to the disaster.

Hello, everyone. We just left North Carolina, where significant progress is being made with the Army Corps of Engineers. The area has been severely impacted, and we're here to address the damage. I appreciate the governor's support as we work towards recovery. This situation is unprecedented, reminiscent of post-World War II devastation. We aim to implement permanent solutions to prevent future occurrences. The governor and I are committed to collaborating closely, as federal assistance will be crucial for recovery. I have full confidence that we can work together effectively. Thank you all for being here, and some of you will join us on the tour.

Following the aftermath of Helene in the North Carolina mountains, looting has increased due to desperation caused by lack of water in some communities. Citizens are stepping up to help because the government isn't coming to save them. People are donating water, diapers, formula, and other supplies, preferring to give to individuals over relief organizations due to a lack of trust. Affected towns like Chimney Rock, Swannanoa, and Montreat are gone or damaged beyond repair, changing the geography and endangering the culture and generational homes. People are encouraged to donate items, send them with friends, or connect with organizations gathering goods. The Baptist in Boone and Samaritan's Purse are trusted organizations. People are urged to pray for those affected, especially children who have witnessed traumatic scenes.

FEMA told the speaker they can't get them a phone. The speaker has no ID or way to pay for food or gas and is stuck sleeping in a leaking car, wearing the same clothes since a 30-foot wall of water pushed through to Lake Lewer. The speaker's house washed away, and they lost their cat and two geckos. It was a miracle they made it. When the speaker called 911, they were told to get to higher ground as the waters came into the house. The 911 operator said they were overwhelmed with calls and could only advise getting to higher ground.

At least 150 counties are in a total disaster zone from Northern Florida to parts of Tennessee and North Carolina. In North Carolina, over 1,000 deaths have been confirmed, with insufficient body bags available. The speaker estimates the total death toll will be around or above 2,000. People are still trapped in isolated, wiped-out towns in the hills of North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee. Terrain and weather conditions are key considerations for humanitarian disaster relief. Nighttime weather in the mountains of North Carolina is wet with temperatures in the low thirties. Freezing conditions and early snow are expected by the end of the month, and people are walking around with nothing.

It's an honor to be here during such a sad time. Many homeowners I met want to rebuild and expressed their love for the area and its community. We recently visited North Carolina, which faced a similar disaster from flooding, and the damage was severe. Here, the resilience of the people is inspiring, and the fire department is impressive, with high physical standards. We took pictures together, and they even gave us helmets, which are quite heavy. I want to thank everyone for their efforts. Your governor and I had a positive discussion about working together to address the challenges ahead. The devastation is more extensive than I anticipated, even after seeing it on television.

Hurricane Helene caused problems in East Tennessee, North Carolina, and parts of Georgia. The speaker, who is on location taking photos, reports not seeing any presence of the federal government. However, the speaker has encountered Canadian line crews working to restore power to affected communities. The speaker expresses support for Canada's efforts.

Asheville and the area towards Hendersonville look bombed out. People are trapped in the Appalachian mountains since Hurricane Helene hit seven days ago, and the military can't help without the leader's approval. News isn't covering the extent of the damage in East Tennessee and Western North Carolina. Coastal states' hurricane damage differs because the ocean recedes, leaving structures. Here, people have nothing left. The situation in North Carolina is especially dire. The speaker claims the death toll will surpass Katrina's, as many off-grid residents, hikers, and homeless people in the mountains are unaccounted for. Bodies are washing up, and some North Carolina counties have already filled 1,000 body bags and need more. The speaker insists this disaster is unprecedented for the region, unlike anything they've experienced before, because they don't have an ocean that comes in and then sucks back out.

I live in the Fairview area of North Carolina, which was severely impacted by a landslide. My husband stayed behind to care for a 98-year-old neighbor while I assessed the damage. Our road and bridge were completely gone, isolating us. The fire department evacuated us due to the risk of further landslides. My son hiked five miles to rescue me, and we witnessed the devastation, including neighbors in distress. We stayed at our church for two months without power. I've been struggling to get FEMA assistance for road repairs, which could cost around $600,000. Meanwhile, I feel guilty for surviving when many lost everything. I've reached out to Congress for help, as our community desperately needs support to recover.

They have obligated some funds, but only distributed 2%. The speaker suggests visiting the affected area and talking to the people on the ground instead of relying on politicians' words. Almost two weeks after the storm, people had not been provided the resources they desperately needed. Thirteen days after the storm, people were still being rescued and were stuck in higher elevations because the roads were down. They need every available resource and all hands on deck. The rescue and recovery efforts are still ongoing.

I'm in Asheville, North Carolina, doing disaster security and search and rescue for dialysis patients. This is a war zone, but unlike Hurricane Katrina, the military isn't here. The speaker is angry because the government isn't helping despite the destruction and lack of news coverage. Children are orphaned and people are dying. The military is being "hamstrung" by DOD executives. Towns are self-policing, and locals are welcoming help. The area needs water, food, and clothes. A man was arrested for delivering food via helicopter for interfering with a nonexistent government operation. The speaker is disgusted by the government's treatment of Americans, especially compared to foreign aid. They call politicians traitors.

The speaker is at a donation center with a pavilion and many pallets of water. They are trying to figure out where they're going to be working with local firemen in the "bat area." They visited two locations and were directed to the FEMA command post, but they claim FEMA won't allow them to do anything besides directing traffic. They are at a standstill and may head towards Newport or Jonesboro. The speaker expresses shock at the devastation, noting one part of town is destroyed while the rest looks okay. They mention a wiped-out area across the river and a stranded hospital. They claim they are unable to get boots on the ground to start cleanup and may end up in a different town.

The speaker is in Chimney Rock, describing the devastation as apocalyptic and overwhelming. They state that some people in the area hadn't been checked on until day 22, found by people on horseback. The speaker describes a pervasive smell of death and walking over 20-30 feet of mud and muck. They mention a call for resources at Silverado's and the need to verify requests before distributing supplies due to limited resources. The terrain is treacherous, with roads dropping off into the river and power lines down. The speaker notes the protective nature of the local Appalachian people and their reluctance to have many outsiders around. They express horror that only a YouTuber has checked on them, given the extent of the devastation. The speaker says the situation is chilling.

The speaker recounts arriving at a supply drop-off location in Morbenton, expecting to find a bustling operation. Instead, they discovered they were the only ones there to provide support. The site consisted of only three tents and approximately 20 cases of water. A 16-year-old girl expressed immense gratitude for the pads they brought, explaining that because they were in Morbenton, not Asheville, they had received virtually no supplies.

The speaker criticizes the government's response to Hurricane Helene in North Carolina and Tennessee, stating there has been no government aid. Entire towns are inaccessible due to mudslides and downed power lines, with doctors walking to reach people. Civilians are digging out mudslides by hand, and there is no power or water. The government is allegedly threatening to arrest people delivering supplies via helicopter. Meanwhile, civilians are organizing aid, with one man in Burnsville, North Carolina, named Warren, going door-to-door to check on people and posting a list of names on Facebook. His wife is making food. The speaker claims Joe Biden said the government is doing all it can for North Carolina, while Kamala Harris is holding a fundraiser for her campaign in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.

Reports from Western North Carolina are horrific, with the news understating the true devastation. There are bodies, including babies, floating down the river. A friend in Canada heard reports of 200 missing and 40 dead, but the speaker believes the numbers are much higher, citing over 900 unidentified bodies at a Nashville hospital two days prior. The speaker urges people to pray for Western North Carolina and to rely on information from people on the ground rather than the news. Truck drivers attempting to deliver goods were stopped with slashed tires. The speaker believes the government is not helping and that it will be up to everyday citizens to help each other. The speaker believes this will go down as one of the worst storms in American history.