Daughter of woman missing since Hurricane Helene searches for closure: “It’s hard to truly grieve”

Nearly three weeks after Hurricane Helene struck, officials are still searching for dozens of missing individuals in the Southeast. The storm has caused at least 244 deaths, with many in North Carolina. Jessica Meidinger’s mother is among the missing, and the difficult terrain has hindered search efforts. Governor Roy Cooper has reported close to 100 people missing statewide, prompting the formation of a task force to focus search efforts. Meidinger is struggling with the idea of telling her 3-year-old son about his missing grandmother. The situation is heartbreaking and challenging for those affected by the storm.