Damascus Recalls Improvised Road to Helene Recovery

Damascus recalls improvised road to Helene recovery

As the waters rose on Sept. 27, 2024, new Damascus Town Manager Chris Bell knew if the town was to rebound from Helene, it couldn’t follow a set plan for one simple reason: there wasn’t one.

In Damascus, business is down but hopes are high one year after Hurricane Helene

Part of the Virginia Creeper Trail that remains closed a year after Hurricane Helene. (Photo by Shannon Heckt/Virginia Mercury)As the first fall leaves drifted to the ground in Damascus Town Park on a recent warm September day, Mayor Katie Lamb spoke to an audience just off the Virginia Creeper Trail trailhead. One year ago, Laurel Creek began to rise and quickly flooded downtown — washing away homes and battering businesses. “Helene came in wit…

Tarpon Springs businesses reflect on rebounding nearly one year after Hurricane Helene

Nearly 365 days ago, Hurricane Helene made a significant impact on parts of Tarpon Springs. However, businesses now say they've rebounded and are finally getting back to normal.The aftermath of Helene was something that some people had never seen before. As the storm hit, our Tampa Bay 28 crew was on the scene.Watch full report from Mary O'Connell Tarpon Springs businesses reflect on rebounding nearly one year after Hurricane HeleneFor many, the…