Navigating devastation : GIS aids Hurricane Helene response / Esri.

Abstract: Hurricane Helene, which struck Florida in September 2024 with 140-mile-per-hour winds, caused extensive damage and progressed northwest into North Carolina and Tennessee. In Helene’s early days, much of North Carolina was disconnected. It was crucial to know where people needed help, where there was damage, and which roads were closed. Agencies used GIS to collaborate and allocate resources effectively.