Western North Carolina was brutalized by Helene as the powerful storm system passed over the state on Friday. Here is the latest information on the storm’s trail of destruction in western North Carolina and efforts to get critical supplies to those in need.

Government agencies, along with smaller organizations and businesses, are hauling food, water and other emergency supplies into North Carolina's mountain towns by semi-trucks, helicopters, military planes and even mules.

Greensboro is sending additional firefighters and police officers to help with recovery efforts after Helene hit North Carolina on Friday.