Cat 4 hurricane Helene: Aftermath Reports from towns and resorts [MERGED]

[Skyyblueplaya]

Hyatt Coconut Point (bonita springs, just south of ft meyers) reports they were spared most of the damage and are actually back open today.

I'm in Fort Myers Beach, we just took on a lot of rain and wind but I do not believe most any resorts in this area should have been affected TOO much..

I mean Margaritaville on FMB took on a bunch of sand in their pool it looks like but besides that I think they're operational. I dont see them having THAT much damage.

 

[MULTIZ321]

Helene leaves "unimaginable"
destruction in 5 states as death toll rises

https://www.axios.com/2024/09/30/hurricane-helene-death-toll-southeast-flood-damage

Richard

 

[MULTIZ321]

1 storm, more than 100 dead and a
500-mile path of destruction. Now
comes the hard work of recovering
from Helen

https://edition.cnn.com/2024/09/30/weather/hurricane-helene-recovery-cleanup-monday/

Richard

 

[MULTIZ321]

When Ilurricane Helene hit,
this disaster-proof Forida
neighborhood kept the lights
On

https://www.fastcompany.com/91199201/this-disaster-proof-florida-neighborhood-kept-the-lights-on

Richard

 

[westerman]

I just received this email from Cameron Cove Resort in Indian Rocks Beach near Clearwater:

HURRICANE HELENE UPDATE

​

As most of you already know, Hurricane Helene struck the west coast of Florida on September 26th. The resulting surge inflicted significant damages to homes and businesses up and down the coast. Camaron Cove Resort experienced some significant damage to the pool and spa and to the common areas as you can see in the photos below.



Fortunately, the units themselves did very well in the storm and are ready for occupancy. Unfortunately, the pool and spa and picnic area will be out of commission for quite some time.



We will keep you posted on the progress.

 

[MULTIZ321]

Biltmore Estate: What we know in the aftermath of Helene
devastation in Asheville

Biltmore Estate: What we know in the aftermath of Helene devastation in Asheville

The Biltmore Estate is assessing damage and will remain temporarily closed after devastating rain from Tropical Storm Helene caused catastrophic flooding in the Asheville area. What we know so far.

www.usatoday.com

Richard

 

[SueDonJ]

We got a call from the company that owns the Grand Bohemian in Asheville with the completely-expected notice that our 10/8/24 res is cancelled. I'll be calling Marriott in the next few days to verify that the Club Points will be returned with restrictions.

We'll be watching and waiting to be able to get there as soon as they're ready.

 

[Kozman]

Lehigh Resort Club in Lehigh Acres, FL reports no damage. Debris cleanup is complete.

 

[MULTIZ321]

Helene and other storms dumped a
whopping 40 trillion gallons of rain on the South

Helene and other storms dumped a whopping 40 trillion gallons of rain on the South

Experts say more than 40 trillion gallons of rain drenched the Southeast United States in the last week from Hurricane Helene and a rainstorm that sloshed in ahead of it.

apnews.com

Richard

 

[MULTIZ321]

Helene rainfall map: See rain totals around southern Appalachian
Mountains

Helene rainfall map: See rain totals around southern Appalachian Mountains

This map shows rainfall from Helene and in the days preceding the storm that combined to create disastrous flooding.

www.usatoday.com

Richard

 

[amycurl]

The Grand Bohemian, half submerged, is in one of those photos of Biltmore Village.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

 

[MULTIZ321]

Asheville Devastated by Flooding: People Are Desperate for Help

Asheville Devastated by Flooding: ‘People Are Desperate for Help’

Hurricane Helene caused severe flooding in Asheville, NC, with businesses destroyed and residents stranded.

www.vice.com

Richard

 

[geist1223]

We got a call from the company that owns the Grand Bohemian in Asheville with the completely-expected notice that our 10/8/24 res is cancelled. I'll be calling Marriott in the next few days to verify that the Club Points will be returned with restrictions.

We'll be watching and waiting to be able to get there as soon as they're reardy.

Why would there be restrictions when the Resort canceled on you?

 

[TUGBrian]

Willow Valley Resort reports closed indefinitely. (boone nc)

Willow Valley Resort is closed until further notice. The Resort has no power, water, phone or internet. Road access is extremely limited as well.
We will update as soon as possible if anything changes. Please be patient with us as we navigate this unprecedented storm for the High Country of North Carolina.

 

[TUGBrian]

Suntide Island Beach Club (sarasota) reporting closed until further notice

this resort is very close to limetree beach resort, suntide island beach club and sarasota sands so one would imagine they have all suffered similar damage.

 

[MULTIZ321]

Holding on in Western NC, three days after Helene

Holding on in Western NC, three days after Helene

A roundup of what's happening across Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, as of Sept. 30.

carolinapublicpress.org

Richard

 

[MULTIZ321]

Interstate 40 in western North Carolina closes after Tropical Storm Helene

https://www.qcnews.com/news/u-s/north-carolina/i-40-from-statesville-to-tennessee-line-closed-as-ncdot-discourages-travel-to-western-n-c/

Richard

 

[moonstone]

Not a report on a resort but just wanted to say, last evening we were speaking with our oldest DS who is a VP for commercial large loss for a large North American wide restoration company. He has over 350 individual multi-million dollar commercial claims as of yesterday afternoon for Florida up to, and including, North Carolina. A number that his company has never seen from just 1 storm and that doesn't include all the residential or smaller (under 1 million dollar) commercial claims. This storm is going to cost the insurance companies many, many, billions of dollars.


~Diane

 

[MULTIZ321]

4 days after Hurricane Helene, the numbers are even more astounding

https://www.accuweather.com/en/hurricane/4-days-after-hurricane-helene-the-numbers-are-even-more-astounding/1698452

Richard

 

[TUGBrian]

Swiss Mountain Village closed indefinitely (blowing Rock NC)

We regret to inform you that due to hurricane Helene, Swiss Mountain Village will be closed until further notice. However, we are grateful to report that our power and water have been restored and we are now in the process of repairing the damages caused by the storm. We want to express our sincere appreciation for the support and kind words from our owners and guests during this challenging time. Our team is working tirelessly to assess all damages, and we ask for your patience and understanding as we work through this process. If you have any questions regarding your reservations, please feel free to email us at info@swissmountain.com. Thank you for your understanding, and please take care and stay safe.

 

[MULTIZ321]

In Asheville after the storm, the waiting is the hardest part

In Asheville after the storm, the waiting is the hardest part

Long lines at grocery stores, gas stations and water distribution centers have become the new normal for those living with Hurricane Helene's destruction.

www.nbcnews.com

Richard

 

[MULTIZ321]

Hurricane Helene relief: Mules helping to bring supplies to residents in North Carolina

Hurricane Helene relief: Mules helping to bring supplies to residents in North Carolina

Residents in communities in western North Carolina are getting needed supplies and aide from mules following heavy damage from Hurricane Helene.

www.foxnews.com

Richard

 

[MULTIZ321]

How did Helene impact the Biltmore Estate in Asheville?

How did Helene impact the Biltmore Estate in Asheville?

While the damage to the mansion itself isn't yet known, the nearby Biltmore Village was heavily damaged by floodwaters.

www.wcnc.com

Richard

 

[DonnaFinn]

This is just heartbreaking. I own a few weeks at Foxrun in Lake Lure - any idea how they make out?

I'm wondering the same about Foxrun.

 

[MULTIZ321]

1-40 collapse: How long will
interstate be closed? Alternate
routes between North Carolina-
Tennessee

I-40 collapse: How long will interstate be closed? Alternate routes between North Carolina-Tennessee

A mudslide on the North Carolina side resulted in a partial collapse of the I-40, NCDOT spokesperson Kelse Edwards said.

www.citizen-times.com

Richard