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Meet the Central Georgia man who has over 40 fallen trees on his property after Helene
WHEELER COUNTY, Ga. — Hurricane recovery efforts have been a challenge, as many communities remain without power and other essentials. It can be even more challenging for the elderly, who may not be able to clear debris as easily. That problem is exemplified in 96-year-old J.B. Angelo Crowe. The...
'We'll also have a disaster recovery center' | FEMA assists rural Central Georgians after storm
KITE, Ga. — Right now, FEMA has extended assistance for more central Georgians. People who live in six Central Georgia counties who suffered damage due to Helene can apply for help online. FEMA will now give disaster aid to Johnson, Laurens, Telfair, Treutlen, Washington, and Wheeler counties. Kenneth Carroll...
Georgia DOT continues to make significant progress in clean-up efforts following Hurricane Helene
Southeast Georgia state highways have been cleared of fallen trees and debris from Hurricane Helene's aftermath. Following Hurricane Helene, 29 state routes in Southeast Georgia were closed. However, Georgia DOT's dedicated crews, working tirelessly, managed to clear roadways by pushing debris to the shoulders, making them passable for motorists. Some debris removal was hindered by powerlines wrapped up in the trees, which the utility company had to deem safe. However, due to the massive amount of debris, Georgia DOT's crews are not alone in this effort. Contractors are assisting them with debris pickup. The hurricane also battered traffic signals, and, at some intersections,...
Wheeler County residents trying to recover after massive damage caused by Hurricane Helene
WHEELER COUNTY, Ga. — The effects of Hurricane Helene are still lingering in some counties. In Wheeler County, residents have been without power since Thursday night, and water lines are not working throughout the county. The damage in Wheeler has been like nothing they’ve ever seen, according to Steve...
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