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President Biden Addresses Federal Response to Hurricane Helene as Death Toll Approaches 100

Sep 30, 2024, 03:15 PM

President Joe Biden is addressing the federal response to Hurricane Helene, which has caused significant devastation across the U.S. Southeast. The death toll from the storm is approaching 100, with at least 88 people confirmed dead and many more missing. Biden has promised to provide resources to the affected areas and has committed to visiting the impacted regions later this week, provided his visit does not disrupt ongoing rescue and recovery operations. He emphasized that the federal government will remain involved until the recovery is complete.