The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina has provided observational data from Helene. Point-based observations are unlikely to sample the most extreme conditions. For Rabun County, at least 10 widespread trees and power lines down across the county, resulting in widespread power outages. Majority of the county was without power at the peak of the storm. Heavy damage to houses, buildings, vehicles and property from high winds and flooding. Flash flooding across the county resulted in some closed roads. High flows and resultant floodgate releases along the Tallulah River required evacuations of residents downstream near the Lakemont Community below Mathis Dam. For Habersham County, widespread power outages from down trees and power lines across the county. 71% of the county were without power after the storm. Property damage included a few homes destroyed by large, falling trees. Minor structural damage from wind also occurred with roofing shingles, broken fences, and carports blown away. Minor to moderate flooding occurred across the county with some roads flooded.