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Over 974,000 US customers still without power from Hurricane Helene (www.reuters.com)

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[–] qprimed@lemmy.ml 6 points 15 hours ago* (last edited 15 hours ago) (1 children)

this is not being discussed and actioned on nearly enough.

from friends in NC... and example of what is desperately needed in all affected areas. things are really, really bad. first aid kits are also in demand. at this point a cut can kill you.

[–] Des@hexbear.net 5 points 15 hours ago (1 children)

i keep seeing messages for individuals with supplies to stay away because they are disrupting the large scale efforts. so not sure what to believe.

i know firsthand that there are FEMA staging areas and such in the Piedmont.

[–] qprimed@lemmy.ml 3 points 14 hours ago* (last edited 14 hours ago)

AFAIK, most of the community dropoffs are now coordinated with state and local relief. and yes - stay out of the areas, its a mess and coordination over the next few days rather than ad hoc scramble is what will save the most lives.

I have persoanlly heard a steady stream of millitary large transport helicopters over my area, so I know materials and personnel may be getting through.