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MULTIPLE SOURCES REPORTING CHECK multiple YouTube sites for video drone coverage Here are the key takeaways from the aftermath of what may well be the most destructive storm to ever strike the region: - the death toll stands at 120 across six states - hundreds of roads and highways remain closed, especially in North and South Carolina - numerous truck stops and travel centers are closed or have reduced services - more than 2 million customers remain without power - the path of destruction stretches 800 miles from the Florida panhandle to Tennessee and Kentucky - as much as 29 inches of rain fell in the mountains of North Carolina Many highways in western North Carolina remain closed. NCDOT posted to its website: "I-40 is impassable in multiple locations. I-26 is closed at the Tennessee state line. There are many closed roads that are not listed on this site as many areas are not able to report at this time. All roads in Western North Carolina should be considered closed and non-emergency travel is prohibited."

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Technology is playing a crucial role in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts and in the preparations for Hurricane Milton. Drones are providing much-needed disaster response and recovery services. Responders turn to drones amid Hurricane Helene recovery, Milton preparations https://buff.ly/3YgIxro

Hurricanes and summer storms are once again unleashing torrential rain in regions of the United States, resulting in devasting floods requiring massive relief and rebuilding efforts – many of which depend on the trucking industry and thousands of truck drivers. For commercial vehicles exposed to these types of floodwaters, this special installment of the Bendix Tech Tips series provides fleets and drivers with technical advice on inspecting and possibly reconditioning air brake, wheel-end, and other safety components that have been partially or completely submerged: https://lnkd.in/g2_7JuRZ

Good stuff in this post about disaster recovery efforts.

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