Helene recovery shifts towards support in winter months [Video]

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — As we approach the two-month mark since Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, we’re looking ahead to the ongoing needs of the community, as the weather gets cold and people need help.

As the leaves fall in Burnsville, a reminder that life, just like the seasons is always changing.

“We’re trying to get back into that little bit of normalcy and focus towards Christmas and that sort of stuff. But it’s hard… It’s hard trying to transition out of this. And there’s still people out there that lost loved ones and lost everything,” said Devin Burgin.

Burgin knows that personally. The Yancey County firefighter helped rescue his grandpa Ray from Helene flood waters. Ray’s wife didn’t make it.

Where Ray’s home once stood, is now just rubble.

“The fire department has been able to get him a camper, which he’s working up to. He really likes staying with us because we’re his family. And that’s understandable. And we’re completely …