1,000-year flood destroys Chimney Rock, NC, after Hurricane Helene landfall in Florida.
Hurricane Helene devastated Chimney Rock, North Carolina, a town of approximately 140 residents, nearly erasing it from existence. Hours after making landfall in Florida, a 30-foot wall of water and mud smashed through the town, resulting in severe damage to buildings, businesses, and infrastructure, including the Hickory Nut Brewery. The event, described as a "1,000-year flood," has left residents in shock as they begin the long process of recovery.
October 05, 2024
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