This special audio-only episode of The Carolina Weather Group delves into the ongoing recovery efforts in Western North Carolina, five months after Hurricane Helene's devastating landfall. Hear firsthand reports from the Public News Service, highlighting the challenges communities face as they rebuild infrastructure, address mental health concerns, and combat misinformation slowing relief efforts.

Discover how local organizations, including Centro Unido, are applying pandemic-era lessons to accelerate hurricane recovery, and how conservationists are advocating for stronger protections to safeguard endangered species and fragile ecosystems. Plus, learn how citizen scientists are stepping up to fill crucial data gaps in weather forecasting.

Tune in for these powerful stories of resilience and recovery, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode! 🚨🎙️ #HurricaneRecovery #ClimateResilience #WeatherNews