N.C. Forest Service - Hurricane Helene Recovery Resources

In Sept. 2024, Hurricane Helene ripped across the Southeast, leaving behind excessive floodwaters and more than 800,000 acres of windthrown and downed timber. Recovery for woodland owners is challenging but possible. 

Navigate post-storm recovery with confidence – and help. Get trusted guidance on fuel reduction, timber salvage, site preparation, invasive control and reforestation – plus access to financial assistance and cost-share opportunities from the N.C. Forest Service, your partner in forest management.