Hurricane Helene Storm-Related Deaths North Carolina

Raleigh -- October 10, 2024: North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services: There are 91 verified storm-related

fatalities in North Carolina as of 10/10/2024 for Hurricane Helene. The information is verified through official channels and is subject to change based on investigation.

By County

Ashe - 1 
Avery - 4 
Buncombe - 42
Burke -1 
Catawba -1 
Cleveland -2 
Gaston – 1
Haywood - 5
Henderson - 7
Macon - 1
Madison - 4
McDowell - 1
Mecklenburg - 1
Mitchell - 2
Polk - 1
Rowan - 1
Rutherford - 3
Watauga - 2
Yadkin - 1
Yancey - 10

Every death related to a hurricane is a tragedy. As recovery efforts remain underway, one of our top priorities is to ensure any person who has died in the storm and their family are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve. 

It is important to note that only emergency responders tasked with supporting fatality management after the storm are qualified to move, document and transport decedents. Anyone else who encounters evidence of a person who has died, or a family who needs help with a loved one who has died, should call emergency services for assistance.