Support the fact-based journalism you rely on with a donation to Marketplace today. Give Now!

After Helene, communication blackouts made it harder for residents to get accurate updates

Oct 11, 2024
The hurricane toppled power lines — around 86,000 North Carolina residents are still waiting on power, according to the governor's office.
A felled utility pole in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Asheville, North Carolina. Many residents remain without power or reliable cell service.
Sean Rayford/Getty Images