Most of the deaths from Hurricane Helene occurred far from Florida, where the storm first made landfall. Experts say alerts and evacuation orders need to target inland residents too.

Connecticut will send additional helicopters and National Guard soldiers to North Carolina to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Gov. Ned Lamont announced Thursday afternoon. “Connecticut is prepared to lead by example and deliver assistance to our neighbors during times of emergency,

Eleven Minnesota National Guard soldiers head south on Friday with two CH-47 Chinook helicopters at the request of North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, who asked for helicopter assets and supports under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact.