Virginia animal shelters are helping rescue cats and dogs from flooded areas in western North Carolina. The big picture: Earlier this week, the Richmond SPCA served as a hub for 140 animals — 50 dogs and 90 cats — evacuated from Yancey County Humane Society and other towns reeling from Hurricane Helene.

Dozens of rescue dogs and cats from communities devastated by Hurricane Helene are arriving in northern Virginia to find forever homes here. It’s just one of the many ways people around here are reaching out and helping people and pets in need.

RICHMOND, Va. -- In the basement of the Virginia State Police headquarters, the Joint Information Center is coordinating recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene, with contributions from FEMA Public Safety and other state and federal partners providing the latest updates on the damage sustained in Southwest Virginia.

Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) visited a site of damage from Hurricane Helene in southwest Virginia. The Republican vice presidential candidate appeared alongside Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) on Thursday, speaking with residents and calling for more help for the area.