The Broadside

Hurricanes, helicopters and how we help

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Hurricane Helene ravaged the Southeast and brought unprecedented flooding to the mountains of western North Carolina. Helene is a devastating example of climate change’s impact on places like Appalachia, a region that poses unique challenges for relief and recovery. 

Featuring: 

  • Jay Price, Military Reporter at WUNC and The American Homefront Project
  • Katie Myers, Climate Reporter at Blue Ridge Public Radio and Grist

    • Links: 

    • Follow Jay's reporting at WUNC
    • Follow Katie's reporting at Blue Ridge Public Radio
    • You can find a transcript of this episode here.

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