Rising to the Occasion: Volunteer Heroes Aid in Storm Relief

In the aftermath of the deadly storm Helene, private volunteers, including pilots and muleteers, are stepping in to assist isolated communities in western North Carolina. The Altitude Project is one of the volunteer groups actively raising funds and distributing supplies, supplementing official state and federal relief efforts.

Following the devastating impact of Helene, volunteers have become unsung heroes in western North Carolina. Private individuals, such as helicopter pilots and muleteers, have joined the relief effort, delivering supplies to communities left isolated by the storm.

The Altitude Project, a network of affluent volunteers, has raised $200,000 in a day to fund aid operations. This group includes professionals from varied backgrounds, all committed to supporting the official relief efforts coordinated by federal, state, and local authorities.

While government resources are mobilized, volunteer initiatives like those from Tennessee-based Aeroluxe Aviation are providing immediate relief. These volunteers embody the spirit of civilian-led aid reminiscent of the Cajun Navy's response during Hurricane Katrina.

(With inputs from agencies.)