Helene death toll rises to 189, making it deadliest storm to hit mainland US since Hurricane Katrina

The continued recovery from Hurricane Helene has been staggering, with at least 189 confirmed deaths and 1.2 million customers still without power across several states.

President Biden assured affected residents in North Carolina, stating, 'The United States -- the nation -- has your back. We're not leaving till you're back on your feet completely.'

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