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Donnie Simmonds has been providing hurricane aid since Sep. 28, the day after the storm devastated many parts of Western North Carolina.

Donnie Simmonds has been providing hurricane aid since Sep. 28, the day after the storm devastated many parts of Western North Carolina.

Man aids Helene victims

Aiden McCoy Williams
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Body Initially, he was collecting any supplies needed but as the weeks have gone on has aimed to deliver the specific supplies needed in each area.
A small pile of burning leaves quickly got out of control, causing a brush fire and damaging a mobile home. The home could have easily been destroyed. 

A small pile of burning leaves quickly got out of control, causing a brush fire and damaging a mobile home. The home could have easily been destroyed. 

Increased wildfire risk after Hurricane Helene

News Staff
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Body The N.C. Forest Service announced over the weekend that the potential for wildfire activity, especially in western North Carolina, is above normal for November.