This page is dedicated to the hurricane-impacted localities, residents, and DEQ-permitted facilities within Virginia's declared disaster areas. This page provides information vital for timely recovery due to impacts from Hurricane Helene.

Oct 4, 2024 · Photos shared with 8News by the department show flooding and severe damage in several Western Virginia areas due to the storm, as well as the emergency crews responding to the impacted places....

Sep 26, 2024 · Impacts from Helene are expected in the Commonwealth on Friday, especially in Southwest and Southside Virginia where several inches of rain has already fallen over the past few days.

Each year, a significant number of people are injured or killed in the aftermath of a hurricane. As you return home and begin the recovery phase, keep these safety tips in mind:

Sep 30, 2024 · At least two people are dead and more than 100 homes and businesses destroyed in Southwest Virginia after the remnants of Hurricane Helene slammed the southeast last week.

Dec 13, 2024 · Over two months have passed since Hurricane Helene first impacted southwest Virginia. In that time, the commonwealth of Virginia and FEMA have made significant strides to support individuals, families and communities on their road to recovery.

The hospital is surrounded by flood waters brought on by the remnants of Hurricane Helene. Two Virginia State Police helicopters rescued approximately 40-45 of those stranded on the roof.

Nov 26, 2024 · Deep tropical moisture from the Gulf of Mexico and the southeast Atlantic Ocean supplied continuous moderate to heavy rainfall to the mountains of the Carolinas, Tennessee, and Virginia for two days ahead of Helene.

Sep 30, 2024 · The Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM) has a page for Hurricane Helene with information about cleanup and damage assessments. If your home has been flooded, be cautious when returning.

Hear from survivors of hurricanes Helene and Milton about how they were impacted from the storms and turned to FEMA to get assistance. Learn more about the response to Hurricane Helene across all federal agencies on USA.gov.