Relief Efforts

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Devastating storms define Appalachia's 2024 climate

Devastating storms define Appalachia's 2024 climate

In 2024, Southern Appalachia experienced unprecedented weather extremes, including record-breaking heatwaves and catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Helene.
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49 Winchester concert raises over $35K for Helene relief

49 Winchester concert raises over $35K for Helene relief

The 49 Winchester Benefit Concert at ETSU's Martin Center for the Arts raised $35K for Second Harvest Food Bank's Hurricane Helene relief efforts.
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ETSU researcher earns grant to build flood dashboard using generative AI

ETSU researcher earns grant to build flood dashboard using generative AI

An ETSU researcher is developing a cutting-edge dashboard using generative artificial intelligence to assist in monitoring flooding in Central Appalachia.
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ETSU community donates 30 boxes of supplies to flood-affected schools

ETSU community donates 30 boxes of supplies to flood-affected schools

ETSU's “Bucs Stuff the Bus” school supply drive raised 30 boxes of donations to deliver to local schools, especially those impacted by Hurricane Helene.
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49 Winchester performing at ETSU for hurricane relief

49 Winchester performing at ETSU for hurricane relief

49 Winchester will perform a special benefit concert at the Martin Center for the Arts to support Hurricane Helene relief efforts.
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ETSU experts explain Helene’s impact on Appalachia

ETSU experts explain Helene’s impact on Appalachia

East Tennessee State University climate officials explain why Hurricane Helene caused such severe destruction in Southern Appalachia.
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Safety in the Aftermath of a Hurricane

Safety in the Aftermath of a Hurricane

ETSU's Dr. Randy Wykoff provides his tips for staying safe in the aftermath of a hurricane.
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ETSU students send ‘Letters of Love’ to first responders, hurricane survivors

ETSU students send ‘Letters of Love’ to first responders, hurricane survivors

The ETSU community sends ‘Letters of Love’ to first responders and hurricane survivors in the region with the help of this student-led organization.
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What to Know Before Withdrawing Due to the Disaster

What to Know Before Withdrawing Due to the Disaster

ETSU wants to help you protect your academic record while you help your family, friends and community heal from the effects of Hurricane Helene.
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ETSU College of Health Sciences students pitch in for disaster relief

ETSU College of Health Sciences students pitch in for disaster relief

Students in ETSU's Dental Hygiene Program packed relief boxes for students and employees affected by Hurricane Helene’s devastation.