COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Hurricane Helene continues to have an impact on the Midlands and South Carolina a year later.

Helene started impacting South Carolina Sept. 27, 2024 , and was called the deadliest hurricane to impact South Carolina in the last 100 years, according to the State Emergency Operations Center.

The storm caused 21 tornadoes, hurricane-force wind gusts, heavy rain, and widespread flash and river flooding. 49 people died, and nearly 5,000 homes were damaged.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided over $323M in Individual Assistance to homeowners and renters.

State and local agencies, volunteer organizations, and non-profit organizations are working together to repair damaged or destroyed homes.

SCEMD said in June, Governor Henry McMaster approved

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